October 06, 2011 - Greenbelt News Review
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October 06, 2011 - Greenbelt News Review
eview News R GREENBELT An In d ependent N ew spaper VOL. 74, No. 46 15 Crescent Rd., Suite 100, Greenbelt, MD 20770-1887 If These Old Walls Could Talk . . . by Paula Clinedinst during the 1956 Greenbelt Annual Festival, and that all revenue over and beyond operating expenses of all such future festivals be designated and used exclusively for equipping, maintaining, and operating said Youth Center Building.” Harry James and Hank Irving are being One of the Center’s biggest inducted onto the Wall of Fame. draws was roller-skating in the gym, for which staff opened the Leddick, now 90 years old, lives gym on Labor Day Weekend. in Texas and did not attend. BeSays Varda, “that was an original fore the Youth Center’s erection, purpose for the Center and it’s Leddick had been Superintendent the same floor kids skated on in of Recreation, with an office in 1961.” Roosevelt Center. He was recreNineteen of the 22 names put ation director from 1956 to 1962 on the Wall this year either were and instrumental in the design present or were represented by phase and programmatic planning a family member. First Director of the Youth Center, Warren See YOUTH CENTER, page 6 PHOTO BY BEVERLY PALAU On September 3, 1961, Greenbelt’s Youth Center opened its doors. Fifty years to the day later, the Youth Center “Wall of Fame” was dedicated, honoring people who had been part of its history. Recreation Supervisor Greg Varda had the idea for a Wall of Fame for many years. “I just couldn’t find the right time,” says Varda, but when plans started getting underway for the 50th anniversary of the Youth Center, he figured “what better time than Labor Day Weekend?” (The Labor Day Festival started in 1955 as a way of raising funds to build the Youth Center.) Prior to its building, teens in Greenbelt frequented the Drop-In, located then in the lower parking lot of Roosevelt Center, where the Labor Day Festival took place. The original petition to build the Youth Center declared it should be completed in time to “dedicate the new building 75 Years Ago The Parkbelt Steel Frame Homes – Part of Greenbelt’s Early History by Stephen Oetken Presenting . . . America’s Most Interesting HOME OFFERING by Parkbelt Homes, Incorporated A Modern Plan For Home Ownership In the Heart of Greenbelt, Maryland. – Newspaper Advertisement, date unknown – but for budgetary reasons they stopped at 885 units. In addition to budgetary constraints, concern was rising among the American public and Congress that the federal government had no business in the housing industry. To alleviate this criticism, the Farm Security Administration (which took over from the RA in 1937) made plans to have a private company build additional housing at Greenbelt. The man chosen to carry out this effort was Howard Fisher, an architect and inventor from Chicago. First 10 Homes Howard Fisher built the first 10 homes by securing a loan from the FHA (Federal Housing Administration) with the intention of building a total of 200 prefabricated houses, 10 at a time, three homes per acre, at a base construction cost of $5,400. The government retained ownership of See PARKBELT, page 12 PHOTO courtesy of greenbelt museum Nestled on a cul-de-sac called Forestway, just outside of Roosevelt Center and across Crescent Road, is the unique collection of houses known as Parkbelt. Virtually unknown today, these 10 homes represent the only effort by the federal government to expand the Greenbelt community with the help of private enterprise. Though 200 Parkbelt homes were planned, only 10 were built. All 10 are still standing, though heavily modified from their original appearance. One house – #7 – has modern siding but retains the original footprint, flat roof, windows and an amazing inventory of original material and equipment. The Parkbelt houses occupy an important and unique place in early Greenbelt history. The original part of the Greenbelt town was finished in 1937, yielding 574 attached townhomes, 306 apartments, 16 honeymoon cottages and five prefabricated wooden homes (more later.) The RA (Resettlement Administration) quickly filled all the homes and maintained a waitlist. The government intended to build more homes – they had purchased a total of 12,000 acres for the Greenbelt project A Parkbelt home receives its finishing touches. Ten of these one story, flat roof homes were built during the winter of 1937-38 at a cost of $5,400 each. OCTOBER 6, 2011 We Again Ask Questions Of Council Candidates The News Review is once again asking questions of candidates for election to the Greenbelt City Council. Their answers will be published in future issues of the paper before the November 8 city election. This year we ask three questions. Answers to the questions will be published during the month of October with the first question’s answers published October 13, the second question’s answers published October 20 and the third question’s answers October 27. Candidates are required to submit their answers to the News Review offices before 9 p.m. on the Monday preceding the question’s publication date, preferably on disk or by email. Answers will be limited to 300 words. If an answer exceeds the limit, the answer will be cut off at that point. Question 1. (Due October 10 for October 13 issue) In view of the changed economy should revisions be considered to the uses proposed for the Greenbelt Station development at See QUESTIONS, page 13 Silke Pope, Konrad Herling Seek Another Council Term Incumbents Silke Pope and Konrad Herling have joined the race for seats on the next city council. Their biographies, prepared by the candidates, appear below. The News Review has already published the biographies of Edward Putens and Leta Mach, both also incumbents. A proud and active member of our community for 13 years, Silke Pope came to Greenbelt from Germany in 1998 with her family, initially making a home in Springhill Lake (since renamed Franklin Park). She is a mother of two adult children and a proud grandSilke mother to Sofia, the newest addition to the Pope family. Quickly taken with Greenbelt’s welcoming spirit and rich tradition of community, Pope soon engaged with neighbors and local government, helping in 1999 to found the Springhill Lake Neighborhood Improvement Team. The group bridged gaps, sharing concerns and generating solutions among residents, complex management and the city on topics of public safety and Pope other quality-oflife issues. This marked her initial foray into public life in Greenbelt. She served on the city’s See CANDIDATES, page 13 What Goes On Thursday, October 6 5 to 7:30 p.m., Annual Mental Health Screening, Giant Pharmacy, Beltway Plaza 7 p.m., Greenbelt East Advisory Coalition Meet the Candidate Forum, Terrace Room of the Greenbriar Community Building Friday, October 7 1 p.m., Senior Oktoberfest, Community Center Gym Saturday, October 8 9 a.m. to noon, Donation Drop-off, Parking Lot between City Offices and Community Center Monday, October 10 8 p.m., City Council Meeting, Municipal Building, Live on Verizon 21, Comcast 71 and streaming at www.greenbeltmd.gov Monday, October 10 – Final Day to Register to Vote for 2011 Greenbelt City Council Election. Forms must arrive in Upper Marlboro no later than 4:30 p.m. Thursday, October 13 7:30 p.m., Greenbelt Middle School Task Force Meeting, Municipal Building Saturday, October 15 9 a.m. to noon, Shredding Day, Parking Lot behind Roosevelt Center at 112 Centerway 2 to 6 p.m., Fall Fest, Schrom Hills Park GREENBELT NEWS REVIEW Page 2 Letters Night of the Trochee Or Iambic Perhaps Picnic Sunday Y’all Come! GHI members are encouraged to join their neighbors on Sunday, October 9 from 1 to 3:30 p.m. for our annual picnic. The picnic will be held on the grounds of the GHI offices on Hamilton Place and there will be food and music. RSVPs are encouraged but not required, and last minute drop-ins are welcome! Regular readers of the News Review know that GHI has a lot going on these days, from a change in our top management to planning for an upgrade to our homes and changes in the way real estate taxes are apportioned. We also have a lot of great people working hard to keep our community in top shape and some of those volunteers will be recognized on Sunday. Come out and join us – we’ll be there rain or shine! Tokey Boswell President GHI Board of Directors A “Coming Out” Party! Who would have ever guessed except those who have been before? On Tuesday, September 13 I, along with four or so other people, “came out” for the first time to read poetry at the Open Mike Poetry Night here in Greenbelt. All of us bravely went up to the microphone and read either our own “homemade” or borrowed poems for the special occasion. There were at least 12 other more experienced poets plus there were those who came to listen. A special thank you to Amethyst Dwyer who started off the night, introduced the poets, adjusted the microphone and for some of us, confidently nudged us, as though she was a mother bird helping to set her youngsters into flight for the very first time. Other than having a respectable swarm of butterflies in my stomach before my turn, the whole evening was a total blast, having never before gone to any open mike event. The community gathering was filled with sharing from our insides; our creations, our passions, our sorrows, joys and our courage. Many thanks to the New Deal Café, to all who read and all who listened. I plan on returning to the next Open Mike Poetry Night which will be on Tuesday, October 18 from 7 to 9 p.m. and hope that you consider joining the rest of us. Katrina Boverman Metro Riders’ Council Seeks New Members The Metro Riders Advisory Council is looking for riders to fill six positions on its volunteer council. Two from Prince George’s County and one at-large position are available, along with two in D.C. and one in Arlington. The group advises the Metro agency board of directors on issues affecting Metrobus, Metrorail and MetroAccess service. For more information about the council and instructions on how to apply go to http://www.wmata.com/about_ metro/news/PressReleaseDetail. cfm?ReleaseID=5052. Thursday, October 6, 2011 Grin Belt by Jim Link Sixteen poets and rhyming wannabes elicited applause, laughter, guffaws and a few winces from a crowd of 35 or so in the back room of the New Deal Café Tuesday night, September 13. Poetry maven Amethyst Dwyer jump-started the audience with a reading of “Pretty” by Katy McCai, who subversively refuses to let her daughter enrich the cosmetic surgery industry by participating in “the self-mutilating circus we are clowns in.” Sarah read Edward Arlington Robinson’s “Miniver Cheevy” as well as material by William Carlos Williams and Dorothy Parker. Richard read of men’s and women’s opposing views of power tools and then quoted the Epistle of James from Christian scripture. Rocky Jones confessed that although “I want all of my poems to last forever, some don’t.” Recalling sexual regret, Amy felt “the comfort of the clicking rosary.” Pam read “Lot’s Wife,” who “quoted Molly Bloom till her breath was spent.” Then Lisa read Mary Oliver’s “A Summer’s Day” which asks, “and what are you going to do with your one wild and precious life?” Rob riffed on Tom Waits’ lyrics: “I hear your champagne laugh.” Don urged everyone to “eat your dinner at the New Deal Café, cause it welcomes saint and sinner.” Lil Dan then took over, treating us to the “Power of the Tomatoes,” Katrina offered “Voices of the Forest” and John Cooper regretted “the End of Summer.” Following her mother’s death, Julie tenderly said, “I miss you through the prism of my selfcenteredness.” Lastly Francesca read the mysterious, “A Dream Within a Dream” by Edgar Allan Poe and Marlena punctuated the evening with her witty, “Wanted.” The next similar event is to take place on Tuesday, October 18. “You know it's the first week in October when the stinkbugs make their way inside." On Screen Crash Course on the Campaign At the Library Adult Storytelling Saturday, October 8, 2 p.m., “D. Crockett, the Cyclops and Me,” told by former Greenbelter and Center School Librarian Bill Mayhew. Kids Book Discussion Tuesday, October 11, 6:30 p.m., ages 8 to 12, “Winnie the Pooh,” by A.A. Milne Lecture Tuesday, October 11, 7 p.m., the second in a lecture series by C.R. Gibbs and Associates relating to the African Disaspora, Bold Soul Sisters: Forgotten Black Female Activists of the 19th and 20th Centuries. Storytimes On Wednesdays and Thursdays a librarian reads age-appropriate stories to children and parents using imagination and props. Wednesday, October 12, 10:30 a.m., Drop-in Storytime for ages three to five years. Room capacity: 20 total. Thursday, October 13, 10:30 a.m., Toddler Time for ages 18 to 35 months with caregiver. Room capacity: 24 total. Pick up a free ticket for the Storytime events at the information desk. Read to Rover Saturday, October 15, 2 p.m., Children ages 6 to 11 can build reading confidence by reading for 15 minutes to specially trained therapy dogs. Registration is required. Meet the Author Saturday, October 15, 2 p.m., Meet author Danielle Green, who will discuss her book “Before You Suffocate Your Own Fool Self,” a compilation of short stories. Smell Gas? (Sulfur or rotten eggs) Call Washington Gas Light 800-752-7520 or 911 Statewide Community Read During October For the fourth year the Maryland Humanities Council is sponsoring the One Maryland One Book reading project. People all over the state are encouraged to read the same book, then come together to discuss the book and how it raised issues important to all. This year’s selection is “The Absolutely True Diary of a Parttime Indian,” by Sherman Alexie. It offers an opportunity to discuss the easily forgotten challenges in the daily lives of teenagers. There will be a discussion group in the Greenbelt Library on Tuesday, October 18 at 7 p.m. For those who need more time, there will be discussions later in the month at other branch libraries. For idetails call 301-345-5800. In “The Ides of March,” opening at Old Greenbelt Theatre on Friday, October 7, an idealistic young staffer (Ryan Goslin) on the presidential campaign trail has to face a challenging line-up of leading and lesser characters played by George Clooney, Paul Giamatti, Philip Seymour Hoffman, Evan Rachel Wood and Marisa Tomei. Clooney directs, for the first time, and co-wrote the screenplay, based on “Farragut North,” a play by Beau Willmon. As we head into the campaign for 2012, the film – promoted by a cogent trailer – gets the Hollywood Reporter’s vote as “classy and professional throughout.” Rated R. Running time: 101 minutes. – Eli Flam Greenbelt News Review AN INDEPENDENT NEWSPAPER 15 Crescent Road, Suite 100, Greenbelt, Maryland 20770-1887 301-474-4131 • FAX 301-474-5880 OLD GREENBELT THEATRE WEEK OF OCT 7 The Ides of March (R) Friday *5, 7:30, 9:40 Saturday *2:30, *5, 7:30, 9:40 Sunday *2:30, *5, 7:30 Monday – Thursday *5:15, 7:30 *These shows at $6.50 Tuesday is Bargain Day. All Seats Only $5.00. Now accepting Visa, Discover and MasterCard for ticket sales only. 301-474-9744 • 301-474-9745 129 Centerway www.pandgtheatres.com email: [email protected] website: www.greenbeltnewsreview.com Alfred M. Skolnik, President, 1959-1977 Elaine Skolnik, President, 1977-1985 President Emeritus, 1985Editor: Mary Lou Williamson 301-441-2662 Assistant Editor: Barbara Likowski 301-474-8483 News Editor: Elaine Skolnik 301-598-1805 Assistant to the Editor: Eileen Farnham 301-513-0482 STAFF Jackie Bealle, Virginia Beauchamp, Judy Bell, Rebecca Boggs, Judi Bordeaux, Jessi Britton, Mary Willis Clarke, Lynn Clinedinst, Paula Clinedinst, Agnes Conaty, Bill Cornett, Cynthia Cummings, Peter Curtis, Patricia Davis, Elizabeth Eny, Joan Falcão, Eli Flam, Bruce Fyfe, Kathleen Gallagher, Anne Gardner, Jon Gardner, Denise George, Bernina McGee Giese, James Giese, Marjorie Gray, Melanie Lynn Griffin, Carol Griffith, Pat Hand, Stacy Hardy, Solange Hess, Barbara Hopkins, Larry Hull, Elizabeth Jay, Ginny Jones, Sharon Kenworthy, Suzanne Krofchik, Meta Lagerwerff, Sandra Lange, Jim Link, Catherine Madigan, Lou Ann McCann, Kathleen McFarland, Janet Meetre, Emma Mendoza, Mary Moien, Marat Moore, Diane Oberg, Leonie Penney, Heba Pennington, Shirl Phelps, Altoria Bell Ross, Ann-Marie Saucier, Susan Stern, Helen Sydavar, Jonathan Taylor, Linda Tokarz, Nancy Tolzman, Joanne Tucker, Jean Turkiewicz, Thomas X. White, Marie Wong, Renauta York and Dea Zugby. CIRCULATION Core of Greenbelt: Ian Tuckman 301-459-5624 BOARD OF DIRECTORS Eileen Farnham, president; Thomas X. White, vice president; Judy Bell, treasurer; Altoria Bell Ross, secretary; James Giese; Diane Oberg; and Mary Willis Clarke DEADLINES: Letters, Articles and ads—10 p.m. Tuesday. Materials for publication may be mailed to address above, deposited in our box in the Co-op grocery store (by 7 p.m. Tuesday) or brought to our office in the Community Center, 15 Crescent Road, during office hours. Mail subscriptions—$40/year. Greenbelt Community Center at 15 Crescent Rd. OFFICE HOURS: Monday 2 - 4 p.m., Tuesday 2 - 4, 8 - 10 p.m. Thursday, October 6, 2011 GREENBELT NEWS REVIEW Page 3 Community Events Community Events GHI Notes Thursday, October 6, 7:30 p.m. – Board of Directors Meeting – Board Room Sunday, October 9, 1 p.m. – GHI Members’ Picnic – Hamilton Place Monday, October 10, Columbus Day. Office Closed. Maintenance emergency service available at 301-474-6011. Tuesday, October 11, 8:30 to 10 a.m. – Yard Line Committee Meeting – GHI Library 7 p.m. – Nominations & Elections Committee Meeting – GHI Library Wednesday, October 12, 7:30 p.m. – Architectural Review Committee Meeting – Board Room Thursday, October 13, 7 p.m. – Finance Committee Meeting – Board Room Friday, October 14, Office Closed. Maintenance emergency service available at 301-474-6011. Monday, October 17, 7 p.m. – Bylaws Committee Meeting – Lobby 7:15 p.m. – Pre-purchase Orientation – Board Room Tuesday, October 18, 7:30 p.m. – Companion Animal Committee – Lobby Wednesday, October 19, 7 p.m. – Woodlands Committee – Lobby 7:30 p.m. – Board of Directors Meeting – Board Room Note: Committee and board meetings are open; members are encouraged to attend. Three Dinner Theater Trips Open to All The Greenbelt Recreation Department still has openings for three dinner theater trips, one each in October, November and December, which are open to anyone over the age of 18. There is a fee, which includes transportation, buffet lunch, show and all tips/gratuities. Wednesday, October 26 the group will travel to Toby’s Dinner Theater in Columbia for “Chicago.” On Wednesday, November 9 the trip is to the Dutch Apple in Lancaster, Pa., for “Me and My Girl.” Thursday, December 15 is a holiday outing to the Rainbow Dinner Theater in Paradise, Pa., for “Home for the Holidays.” Pre-registration is required; call 301-397-2208 for more information. Pinochle, Anyone? Greenbelt’s pinochle players need more people to join their group. They play for fun every Wednesday starting between noon and 12:30 p.m. in the Senior Game Room at the Community Center. All are invited to drop in or call Shirley Ann Egenreider at 301-345-1974 for more information. Empty Bowls Is On October 15 Computer Club Will Meet on October 13 GCAN Meeting Focus Bill Mayhew Tells Is Resilience Circles Stories for Adults Tickets are still available for the Saturday, October 15 from 4 to 7 p.m. Empty Bowls fundraiser. The annual event is held at Greenbelt Community Church at the corner of Hillside and Crescent Roads. All proceeds go to Help-By-Phone for the purchase of food for their eight food pantries throughout Prince George’s County. Tickets can be obtained by calling Marsha Voigt at 301-3457631 or visiting the pottery people in room 301 at the Greenbelt Community Center on Sunday from 2 to 5 p.m. The Greenbelt Computer Club will hold its October meeting on Thursday, October 13 at 7 p.m. at the Greenbelt Community Center, 15 Crescent Road. Topics will include ideas for a club project such as creating a website or learning the free software R for statistical computing and graphics. Everyone is welcome. Exploring the Music Of Paul Simon The Great Greenbelt Volksmarchers, a Prince George’s County Walking Club sponsored by the City of Greenbelt Department of Recreation, will host a fall walk in conjunction with Fall Fest at Schrom Hills Community Park on Saturday, October 15. Registration is between 8 a.m. and 1 p.m. Finish the walk by 4 p.m. All are welcome. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult on the trails. The walk is an official AVA sanctioned event. Two trails will be available at 5k (3.1 mile) and 10k (6.2 mile) through Schrom Hills Park, nearby communities and on the campus of Washington Bible College. The walk is bigwheel stroller friendly but is not wheelchair accessible. Pets are permitted – obey leash laws and pet clean-up requirements. For more information call Salva Holloman at 301-9373549. On Wednesday, October 12 the Greenbelt Climate Action Network (GCAN) will meet at 7 p.m. in Room 114 at the Greenbelt Community Center. The topic of the meeting is an introduction and overview of the Common Security Club, also known as a Resilience Circle. Resilience Circles are small groups of 8 to 12 people who come together to increase personal security during these challenging times. Circles have three purposes – learning, mutual aid and social action. More information is available at http://localcircles.org/what-is-a-resiliencecircle/. A Greenbelt resilience circle met this summer for eight weeks and another, to start on October 26, already has eight members, who will be at the GCAN meeting. The GCAN meeting is open to the public and will especially interest those who want to learn more about the resilience circle movement and possibly join a future circle. For more information contact Lore Rosenthal at [email protected] or 301-345-2234. On Friday, October 14 Explorations Unlimited will host a presentation at the Greenbelt Community Center by Dennis Giblin on the music of Paul Simon, one of America’s greatest songwriters. Simon solo and together with Art Garfunkel has been making successful records since 1957. His career will be traced and many of his songs played. Giblin is a retired NASA computer specialist and manager who has been buying, studying and talking about popular music about as long as Simon has been making and playing it. Giblin also enjoys doing lighting and music designs for community theater groups. Explorations Unlimited is held every Friday from 1 to 3 p.m., this time in the Senior Classroom, Room 114. Everyone is welcome and questions are encouraged. Call 301-397-2208 for more information. What? Still Haven’t Registered to Vote? For voting in the November 8 city council election, the deadline to register is 4:30 p.m. on Monday, October 10. If time allows, print the form at www.elections. state.md.us, fill it out and mail it to the county board of elections. Forms for mailing are also available at the Greenbelt Library and the Municipal Building. Otherwise go in person to the county board: 16201 Trade Zone Avenue, Suite 108, Upper Marlboro, MD 20774, 301-430-8020. KaBoom! Writes Up City Playgrounds In a six-page article online, Greenbelt’s treatment of playgrounds is detailed and praised by KaBoom!, a nonprofit organization dedicated to increasing play opportunities for children. Last month KaBoom! cited Greenbelt as a Playful City USA for the fifth consecutive year. The article can be seen at http:// kaboom.org/docs/documents/pdf/ playmatters/Play_Matters_Greenbelt.pdf. Saturday, October 8 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Holy Cross Lutheran Church 6905 Greenbelt RD Cost - $ 20 per display space (you must provide your tables, chairs, etc). Profits from sale will support the church’s mission projects. Volksmarchers Plan Walk at Schrom Hills Holy Cross Thrift Store Every Thursday 10am – 4pm Third Saturday every month, 10am–1pm Good, clean clothes for women, men and children! Shoes, jewelry, books, etc. 6905 Greenbelt Road Greenbelt, Md. 301-345-5111 More Community Events on page 2 Spaghetti Dinner October 15 5-7 p.m. Mowatt Methodist Church 40 Ridge Rd, Greenbelt Many Greenbelt children enjoyed storytelling by their librarian at Center School, Bill Mayhew. Now it’s adults’ turn to hear storytelling by former Greenbelter Mayhew. A member of “Voices in the Glen,” a storytelling guild for the Greater Washington, D.C. area, Mayhew has been telling stories for many years. His folktales and classic stories make people laugh. Adults are invited to hear him tell “D. Crockett, the Cyclops and Me” on Saturday, October 8 at 2 p.m. at the Greenbelt Library. VOLUNTEERS WANTED Meals on Wheels of College Park (serving residents of Greenbelt) is in need of volunteer packers and drivers. Please call 301-474-1002 for more information. Academy Stadium Theatres Beltway Plaza Mall Center Court 301-220-1155 ALL SHOWS BEFORE 5 p.m. Adults/Seniors: $6.50 Children: $6.00 ALL SHOWS BEFORE NOON ON SATURDAY $5.00 ALL SHOWS AFTER 5 p.m. Adults: $8.50 Students/Military: $7.50 Children: $6.00 Seniors: $6.50 R = ID Required (!) = No pass, (!!) No pass weekend Week of OCT 7 $8 Adults $6 Children 5-12 years Under 4 free Baked Goods for Sale C ontinuing T his W eek A t T he G reenbelt A rts C enter Same Time , Next Year directed by Stephen Yednock Jr. October 7, 8, 14, 15 at 8:00 October 9 at 2:30 $17 General $14 Students/Seniors For information & reservations, call 301-441-8770 email: [email protected] or BOOK TICKETS ONLINE at www.greenbeltartscenter.org Coming Soon: Auditions: How I Learned to Drive - Sun, October 16 at 4 - 6:30pm & Monday, October 17 at 7:30 November 11 - December 3: Alice in Wonderland, directed by Betsy Marks Delaney 123 Centerway • Greenbelt, MD 20770 • Located underneath the Greenbelt CO-OP FRI. – SAT. Money Ball, R (!) 11:55, 3, 6:20, 9:30 Dolphin Tale, PG (!) 11:45, 2:15, 4:50, 7:40, 10:20 Lion King in 3D, G No fees at this location 11:45, 1:50, 4, 6:15, 8:15, 10:30 Real Steel, PG-13 (!) 12:25, 3:20, 6:35, 9:30 Dream House, PG-13 (!!) 11:45, 1:50, 4, 6:10, 8:15, 10:30 Abduction, PG-13, (!!) 11:35, 2:15, 5:05, 7:50, 10:20 Killer Elite, R 11:35, 2:15, 5:05, 7:40, 10:20 50/50, R 11:45, 2:25, 5:10 What’s Your Number, R 7:40, 10:10 SUN. – THU. Money Ball, R (!) 11:40, 4, 7 Dolphin Tale, PG (!) 11:40, 2:20, 4:55, 7:30 Lion King in 3D, G No fees at this location 12:15, 2:45, 5:25, 7:35 Real Steel, PG-13 (!) 12:10, 4:15, 7 Dream House, PG-13 (!!) 12:15, 2:45, 5:25, 7:35 Abduction, PG-13, (!!) 11:55, 2:40, 5:10, 7:35 Killer Elite, R 11:40, 2:20, 4:55, 7:30 50/50, R 11:45, 2:50 What’s Your Number, R 5:10, 7:35 GREENBELT NEWS REVIEW Page 4 Thursday, October 6, 2011 Following the unusually wet weather over the past several weeks, mushrooms of every shape and color can be seen all over Greenbelt. These were captured by Marat Moore near the Community Church. Obituaries Greenbriar Pays Tribute to Dorothy Pyles Dorothy Pyles, who died on June 17, 2011, was Greenbelt’s Outstanding Citizen in 1993 in recognition of her volunteer work. A resident of the Greenbriar Condominiums, she had been extremely active in that community and, fittingly, her neighbors paid tribute to her in a two-page remembrance in the September/October 2011 issue of the condominium’s newsletter, The Crier. Here are excerpts from that article. from Steve Bupp “I worked with Dorothy from the day I started managing Greenbriar in January, 1979. She was a real leader, with an attitude and a heart of gold. Never mean, always supportive, saw the good in people and spoke her mind . . . . “When she left the GCA board . . . she gave me a check for $1,500. She told me to purchase something for the picnic area on the hill next to the pool that all residents could use. I was instructed not to tell anyone that she had donated the money. I agreed because I was still a little afraid of her yelling at me. I decided on the large oversize grill and the round, colored picnic table . . . . “Dorothy understood that Greenbriar was a part of the Greenbelt community. She, along with Mike Vaccaro, was adamant that Greenbriar contribute to the Labor Day Festival, the Miss Greenbelt Pageant, the high school, etc.” Bupp is president of Condominium Ventures, Inc. from Thelma Loret De Mola “Did you know about Aunt Dorothy’s Winter Resort for Cats? After my husband, Rolando, and I retired way back, we had to get that Cuban guy out of here in the winter. . But what were we supposed to do with Missy? . . . Just mentioning it to Dorothy was all that was needed. She volunteered immediately . . . Missy . . . spent the next dozen winters loving and being loved at Aunt Dorothy’s.” from Larry Noda “I remember the first time I laid eyes on Dorothy Pyles . . .[at] one of my first GCA meetings . . . There was this odd collection of residents sitting around a table. One . . . stood out . . . an older woman with a rather gruff look . . . taking long slow drags of a cigarette as if she were in some Humphrey Bogart movie. “I had the gall to question something the board was considering and caught the wrath of . . . [the] fire-breathing dragon lady. Time . . . heals all wounds and sometime later . . . we became good buddies, exchanging stories and plants for gardens and, of course, smoking cigarettes together.” from Barbara Franks “Dorothy was an asset to the Greenbriar community as well as the City of Greenbelt. I have many fond memories of Dorothy Pyles.” from Terry Benedik “Dorothy was a Democrat who took her voting responsibility seriously. One election day I saw her at Eleanor Roosevelt High School. The room was hot and the lines were long and she fainted while waiting for her turn Helene Slaughter to vote. When she came around, several of us wanted to take her home but Dorothy insisted she came here to vote and she wasn’t going anywhere until she voted. ... “[S]he helped host the Greenbelt East Christmas Tree lighting at Greenbriar. An important part of hosting . . . is the refreshments and Dorothy’s hot cocoa was always the greatest. It was made from scratch . . . .” from Angeline Butler “[Dorothy] tapped me to join her in a stakeout of the swimming pool at night. There had been some trouble with teenagers entering the pool area and creating havoc. As the night wore on, she entertained me with stories of her job as an auditor with the FDIC, and what it was like to go in on a weekend to go through the books and shut down an institution in deep financial trouble – back when this still occurred. “No unauthorized people showed up at the pool that night but I got an idea of how the regulation of the banking industry worked before regulations were abandoned. . . .” from Barbara Smith “Dorothy[’s] . . . involvement spilled over into everything she did, particularly her devotion to work on the Greenbriar Board. . . . So she was quite touched when the board . . . acknowledged her Helene Marie De Gagne Slaughter, age 73, of Front Royal, Va., died on September 5, 2011, at Winchester Medical Center in Winchester, Va. She was born in Dracut, Mass., the daughter of Greenbelters Ernest and Viola Fontaine De Gagne. Mrs. Slaughter lived in Greenbelt until she was a young adult. She is survived by her husband of 55 years, Leo M. Slaughter, Jr., a Greenbelt pioneer who came to Greenbelt in 1937; sons Devin Slaughter and his wife Mary Jo and Michael Slaughter and his wife Jill; daughter Patricia Atkins and her husband Ricky; several grandchildren and a great-grandson, all of Front Royal and sister-in-law and pioneer Greenbelter Joanne Slaughter Kellaher of Greenbelt. Mowatt Memorial United Methodist Church 40 Ridge Road, Greenbelt Open hearts, Open minds, Open doors www.greenbeltumc.org 301-474-9410 Rev. Fay Lundin, Pastor Worship Service 10:00am Third Sunday family friendly worship for all ages. O Son of Spirit! My first counsel is this: Possess a pure, kindly and radiant heart, that thine may be a sovereignty ancient, imperishable and everlasting. (Baha’u’llah) Greenbelt Bahá’í Community 1-800-22-UNITE 301-345-2918 [email protected] www.bahai.us Catholic Community of Greenbelt MASS Sundays 10 A.M. Municipal Building ALL ARE WELCOME. See PYLE, page 7 Paint Branch Unitarian Universalist Church 3215 Powder Mill Road, Adelphi Phone: 301-937-3666 www.pbuuc.org Welcomes you to our open, nurturing community Oct 9, 10 a.m. “Human Nature and the Origins of War” by PBUUC’s Quest Reading Group with Worship Associate Don Mitchell and the choir. Reflect on ideas about war. Greenbelt Community Church UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST Hillside & Crescent Roads Phone: 301-474-6171 mornings www.greenbeltucc.org Sunday Worship 10:15 a.m. Daniel Hamlin, Pastor "A church of the open mind, the warm heart, the aspiring soul, and the social vision..." ST. HUGH OF GRENOBLE CATHOLIC CHURCH 135 Crescent Road, Greenbelt, MD 20770 301-474-4322 Mass Schedule: Sunday 8:00, 9:30, 11:00 a.m. Saturday 9:00 a.m., 5:00 p.m. Daily Mass: 7:15 a.m. Sacrament of Penance: Saturday 3:45-4:45 p.m. Pastor: Rev. Walter J. Tappe Pastoral Associate: Rev. R. Scott Hurd St. George’s Episcopal Church Join us around a table where all are welcome! Services • Sundays 8 a.m. simple, quiet service (no music) 10 a.m. main service (music includes a mixture of acoustic guitar, piano and organ music) • Wednesdays 7 p.m. service with healing prayers (no music) 7010 Glenn Dale Road (Lanham-Severn Road & Glenn Dale Road) 301-262-3285 | [email protected] | www.stgeo.org HOLY CROSS LUTHERAN CHURCH 6905 Greenbelt Road • 301-345-5111 www.myholycross.org email [email protected] Worship 8:15 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. Sunday School & Bible Class 9:30 a.m. Holy Cross Lutheran Church is a traditional Bible-believing, Christ-centered congregation! Join Us! Join us on Facebook at Holy Cross Lutheran Greenbelt Congregation Mishkan Torah 10 Ridge Road, Greenbelt, MD 20770 301-474-4223 An unpretentious, historic, welcoming, liberal, egalitarian synagogue that respects tradition and becomes your extended family in the 21st century. Shabbat services: Friday evening at 8:00 PM, except 1st Friday of the month, i.e. family service at 7:30 PM. Saturday morning services at 9:30 AM. Educational programs for children K–12 and for adults. Combined innovative full family educational program for parents and children. Conversion classes. Concert choir. Social Action program. Opportunity for leadership development. Moderate, flexible dues. High holiday seating for visitors. Sisterhood. Men's Club. Other Social Activities. Interfaith families are welcome. Historic synagogue dually affiliated with United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism and the Jewish Reconstructionist Federation GREENBELT NEWS REVIEW Thursday, October 6, 2011 Page 5 City Information GREENBELT CITY COUNCIL MEETING October 10, 2011 - 8:00 p.m. Municipal Building It’s Time To Step To The October Mad Hot Ballroom Dance Party! COMMUNICATIONS Presentations Petitions and Requests (Petitions received at the meeting will not be acted upon by the City Council at this meeting unless Council waives its Standing Rules.) Minutes of Council Meetings Administrative Reports Council Reports Committee Reports LEGISLATION - A Resolution to Amend Resolution 1084, a Resolution to Purchase Certain Goods and Services from Various Vendors as Enumerated Herein When Total Fiscal Year Purchases from Each Vendor Exceed Ten Thousand Dollars - 2nd Reading, Adoption - A Resolution to Amend Resolution 1052 and to Provide for the Number of Judges and Clerks of Election, Their Rate of Compensation, and the Rate of Compensation to be Paid to the Chairperson and Members of the Board of Elections for the 2011 Regular Election - 2nd Reading, Adoption Saturday, October 15 at the Greenbelt Community Center Gymnasium 15 Crescent Road 7:00pm - 8:00pm: Dance lesson in the featured dance of the month. (This month: Single Swing.) 8:00pm - 9:30pm: Dance the night away to the best social, ballroom, Latin and club music. DJ and Mad Hot Ballroom dance instructor Frank Solomon will teach line dances during breaks. Attire: Dress up, formal, or nice casual. No shorts, jeans, T-shirts or sneakers. If you have them, please wear ballroom dance shoes to help preserve the floor. Cost: $10 per person. Pay at the door. For more information, call Frank Solomon at 301-439-0723. STRENGTHENING FAMILIES Having trouble with your child? OTHER BUSINESS Join us to learn new ways to help your child. Groups meet on Tuesdays from 5-6pm at Springhill Lake Elementary for 12 weeks. Beginning October 11th. - Farmer’s Market – Wine Sales - Consolidated Transportation Plan - 2011 Community Questionnaire - County Legislation - Snow Removal – Sidewalk Priority Map - Other Reports * - Proposed Elimination of Metrobus Route * - Appointment to Advisory Group * - Resignation from Advisory Group MEETINGS NOTE: This is a preliminary agenda, subject to change. Regular Council meetings are open to the public, and all interested citizens are invited to attend. If special accommodations are required for any disabled person, please call 301-474-8000 no later than 10am on the meeting day. Deaf individuals are advised to use MD RELAY at 711 or e-mail [email protected] to reach the City Clerk. GREENBELT ANIMAL SHELTER 550-A Crescent Road (behind Police Station) Congratulations to Sophie, Stella, Shadow and Chase on their adoptions! Much happiness in their new homes! You and your family will learn: Parenting techniques that work Ways to improve your child’s behavior Better family communication Presented by Greenbelt CARES. If you are interested in participating, contact Ms. Mendoza at 301-513-5996 SHREDDING DAY! Saturday, October 15 9 AM – 12 NOON The Greenbelt Federal Credit Union will be shredding your documents in the parking lot behind the Roosevelt Center at 112 Centerway Only 5 boxes per person Personal records only (no business) COME OUT AND VISIT ALL THE ADORABLE PETS. Micky is a gorgeous 7 y.o. girl whose owner sadly passed away. She is very friendly and loves to nap on her perch. For more information, call the Public Works Office at 240-542-2153 CITY OF GREENBELT THE SHELTER IS NOW UP TO CAPACITY WITH KITTENS AND CATS THAT NEED HOMES. PLEASE COME OUT TO SEE THEM AND MAYBE EVEN SHARE YOUR HOME! DEPARTMENT OF RECREATION Business Office: 301.397.2200 www.greenbeltmd.gov/recreation GREENBELT MUNICIPAL ACCESS Week of October 10-14 Programming will also be uploaded to the city’s on-demand library at www.greenbeltmd.gov/administration/Municipal_Access.html. For questions or information on Greenbelt Muncipal Access, please contact [email protected]. Take advantage of absentee and early voting! See information in this issue! Meetings October 10-15 Monday, October 10 at 8 p.m., REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING at the Municipal Building, 25 Crescent Road. Live on Verizon 21, Comcast 71 and streaming at www.greenbeltmd.gov Thursday, October 13 at 7:30pm, GREENBELT MIDDLE SCHOOL TASK FORCE, at the Municipal Building, 25 Crescent Rd. This schedule is subject to change. For confirmation that a meeting is being held call 301-474-8000. DONATION DROP-OFF American Rescue Workers Saturday, October 8, from 9:00 a.m.-12:00 noon. Parking lot between City Office and the Community Center Info: City of Greenbelt Recycling Office at 301474-8308 GREENBELT RECREATION DEPT. Vegetarian Cuisine The air is getting crisp… why not make a nice cup of butternut squash soup or a home made veggie burger? All supplies and food included in the fee. Wednesdays 7-9pm, 10/26-11/16 Greenbelt Community Center The shelter is open on Wednesdays from 4-7pm and on Saturdays from 9am-12pm or by appointment. INFO: 301.474.6124. Donations welcome any time! We especially need kitty litter! Follow us on Facebook! Verizon 21, Comcast 71 and streaming at www.greenbeltmd.gov Programming will be repeated Monday-Saturday. Monday evening programming will be preempted to show the City Council Meeting live at 8pm. 9:00am & 4:00pm: Labor Day Johnny Seaton! 10:30am & 5:30pm: Ask the Expert-Reverse Mortgages 11:30am & 6:30pm: Understanding Medicare #1 12:30am & 7:30pm: Candidate’s Forum sponsored by Greenbriar 9:00pm Replay of Council Meeting VACANCIES ON BOARDS & COMMITTEES Volunteer to serve on City Council Advisory Groups. Vacancies: Advisory Planning Board, Arts Advisory Board, Forest Preserve Advisory Board, Greenbelt Advisory Committee on Environmental Sustainability, Park & Recreation Advisory Board, Public Safety Advisory Committee, Senior Citizens Advisory Committee and Youth Advisory Committee For information call 301-474-8000. AFFORDABLE PRICES! Profits Benefit Community Groups BURGERS & HOT DOGS, NACHOS, DRINKS, POPCORN, CANDY APPLES & MORE! FOR EVENT INFORMATION: 301.397.2200 LIVE MUSIC BY SILVER CITY PUMPKIN PATCH- $1.00 BINGO for KIDS KIDCARE IDs– Greenbelt Police Department MOONBOUNCES & INFLATABLES HAYRIDES TEMPORARY TATTOS VARIOUS INFORMATION TABLES GREENBELT VOLKSMARCH* WEATHER INFORMATION HOTLINE: 301.474.0646 *Contact 301.937.3549 for more information About Volksmarcher Events Greenbelt Volunteer Fire Department at FallFest! Watch a Fire Prevention Demonstration, Crawl on the Fire Truck, and MORE! For city information, news and events, visit Greenbelt CityLink at www.greenbeltmd.gov.Visit and “Like” the City of Greenbelt on Facebook at www.facebook.com/cityofgreenbelt. Residents: $50 Nonresidents $62.50 Call 301-397-2208 for more information Chicago, Me and My Girl, and Home for the Holidays The Greenbelt Recreation Department still has openings for the following Dinner Theater shows: Chicago at Toby’s Columbia (October 26), Me and My Girl at the Dutch Apple in Lancaster, PA (November 9) and Home for the Holidays at the Rainbow Dinner Theater in Paradise, PA (December 15). Anyone over the age of 18 is welcome to join us. There is a cost for each trip and it covers transportation, buffet lunch, show and all tips/gratuities. Pre-registration is required. Please call 301-397-2208 for more information. GREENBELT NEWS REVIEW Page 6 for the Center. Staff Honored Present at the dedication and inducted into the group were former Recreation Department Directors Hank Irving, Darald Lofgren and Ritch Stevenson. Most of today’s young Greenbelters will know Irving who became director in 1974 and only recently retired. Irving led the department in taking on a massive recreation and parks campaign, including renovation of the outdoor swimming pool and construction of the indoor pool and fitness center, the building of Schrom Hills park and the Springhill Lake Recreation Center, the renovation of the former Greenbelt Center Elementary School into the Greenbelt Community Center and construction of the skateboard park. Says Varda, “These are only a few of his accomplishments. While he was director, Hank took a small municipal recreation department to heights that no other municipality has seen before.” Irving’s wife, Maureen, and daughters Kelly and Christy were present at the dedication. Lofgren was director from 1966 to 1973 and during his tenure the addition to the Youth Center, now constituting the multi-purpose room, office space, pre-school classes and storage space were added. Stevenson, director from 1962-1966, retired from the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC), where he served as an associate director for the Department of Parks and Recreation for Prince George’s County. Harry James spent 29 of his 31 years in the field of parks and recreation with the City of Greenbelt. A great resource for all things parks and recreation, James was the American Softball Association Commissioner for 28 years, a member of the Maryland Municipal League for 20 years and the United States Specialty Sports Association Area Director for 18 years. James’ wife, Kathy (nee Fern), was Miss Greenbelt Teen Club in 1961 and was present at the Youth Center’s opening. Women’s Sports Many credit JoAnn Rowe for coordinating a robust women’s sport league including basketball, softball and flag football. She was one of the first counselors for Camp Pine Tree, still a successful summer camp for kids. Rowe is in the American Softball Association Umpire Hall of Fame and now works as an assistant director at Royal West Palm Beach City Recreation. Rowe’s father, Joseph O’Loughlin, a member of the original dedication committee, was present for his daughter’s induction. Inductee Betty Lehman was office manager for 33 years beginning in 1962 and has worked for every director to date, including current director, Julie McHale. (Although McHale became director only recently upon Irving’s retirement, she has been employed by the Recreation Department for more than 20 years and was a Center leader during Lehman’s tenure.) As Irving states, “for all intents and purposes she was the backbone of the Youth Center. You didn’t get to see a director without going through Betty first.” Lehman played a big role cont. from page 1 in getting bands to play at Youth Center dances. Today Lehman serves as a docent at the Greenbelt Museum. Coaches Honored In addition to directors, coaches, athletes and full- and parttime staff were honored at the Wall dedication. Some people fell into more than one category, like Terry “Coach” Mangum. He was 13 when the Center opened but before that time he checked out basketballs for the day or weekends from the department’s office in Roosevelt Center. Mangum began working at the Youth Center around 1974, where his love for games and sports quickly made him a legend. He was a great basketball player, excelling at football and softball as well. Soon he became known as “Coach” for his successful coaching positions. Mangum also worked as a Center leader and was scorekeeper for basketball games and men’s softball leagues and tournaments. Says Varda, “I think it’s safe to say that, no matter the sport, no matter the skill, Terry enjoyed it and thrived to compete.” Among those honored as coaches was Mike Gielen, Sr. “If you wanted to learn how to play basketball the right way this is the person you wanted coaching you,” says Varda. “It was common to see Mr. Gielen in the gym on a Saturday afternoon drilling with young children, teenagers or college players.” Gielen also coached youth football and basketball teams with the Boys and Girls Club. Larry Noel, Sr., who died in 1999, was honored as a coach and inducted for bringing running to Greenbelt. Noel organized many races over the years, including the 15K race each Labor Day weekend, which today is named for him. The Labor Day race turned 50 in 2008 and, after a two-year hiatus, returned to Greenbelt in 2011. Noel coached track at St. Hugh’s school and served for a number of years on the Park and Recreation Advisory Board. He was represented at the ceremony by his children; his son, Tom, accepted the award on his father’s behalf. Athletes Honored Among the many athletes inducted this year was Lisa Kellaher-Doolan, born and raised in Greenbelt, who played basketball at Catholic University. KellaherDoolan’s basketball days began at the Youth Center and helped carry her to become an NCAA Division III All-American in 1986, the leading scorer in women’s basketball history at Catholic and record-holder for the most free throws made in a game at 18. Kellaher-Doolan holds the all-time field goal record per season at 242 and was selected by the Washington diocese Catholic Youth organization as College Player of the Year in 1986. Another athlete, Mike Gielen, according to Varda, “was the star of youth basketball in the early 80s and was instrumental in winning multiple county championships for the Greenbelt Boys and Girls Club.” Gielen went on to play under Morgan Wooten at DeMatha High School, where he was point guard on their 19831984 national championship team. Later he attended Harvard University, becoming captain of their basketball team. PHOTO BY BEVERLY PALAU YOUTH CENTER Thursday, October 6, 2011 Positioned in front of the Memory Wall are – first row: Mike Gielen, Sr., Kim DeAngelis, Terry Mangum, Tom Noel, Karen Smith; second row: Harry James, Betty Lehman, Hank Irving, Ritch Stevenson; third row: Woody Whitlock, JoAnn Rowe, Mike Gielen, Jr., Lisa Kellaher-Doolan, Alan Burt, Lance Beasley, Stan Swetnam and Darald Lofgren. Jerrod Mustaf was also inducted based on his basketball start and frequent presence at the Youth Center. Mustaf played basketball at DeMatha High School and was one of the most heavily recruited players in his senior year. A three-time Parade Magazine All-American and McDonald’s High School AllAmerican player, Mustaf played collegiately at the University of Maryland. He was selected in the first round of the 1990 NBA draft by the New York Knicks, playing for the Knicks and then the Phoenix Suns through 1994. He finished his career playing in Europe before retiring in 2001. Basketball Player Born, raised and still living in Greenbelt with his wife and two sons, athlete Alan Burt played basketball at the Youth Center the day the gym opened and plays there to this day. Burt remembers sitting on the hill in front of the Center, watching it be built. “He has probably made more baskets in this gym than any other person,” says Varda, “and he was a great athlete not only in basketball but also in baseball, softball and football.” “I’m not sure when Stan Swetnam started to frequent the Youth Center but somehow you always knew he was in the building,” says Varda. Swetnam led the men’s basketball league in scoring for many years and scored more than 50 points in one game. He was also the best regular table tennis player the Youth Center has ever seen. He played basketball and baseball at the University of Maryland and was on the 1974 basketball team that went to the finals in the ACC tournament. Greenbelter Mike O’Driscoll was honored for his talent in basketball that started at the Youth Center. Like Gielen and Mustaf, O’Driscoll played basketball at DeMatha. He was on the 1978 undefeated National Championship team and was part of an undefeated run for DeMatha that totaled 58 wins. O’Driscoll graduated from DeMatha and played basketball at Wofford College. Rounding out the athletes honored was Steve Davis, cur- rent director of the Queen Anne’s County Parks and Recreation Department. Davis has more than 25 years of service with M-NCPPC in Prince Georges’ County. Davis was the primary force behind getting the Youth Center weight room. Part-time Staffers Honored Part-time staffers honored were Kim DeAngelis, Steve “Kiko” Gingell, James “Woody” Whitlock and Jim Beasley. Many in Greenbelt know DeAngelis as one of the Animal Control officers but may not know she has logged more hours on the parttime clock than any other Center employee. A lifelong Greenbelt resident, DeAngelis began working at the Youth Center in 1984. “No other center leader could run this facility like she did,” says Varda. “She was the first person that was called upon when someone was in a bind. She would, without hesitation, be there when you needed her.” Steve “Kiko” Gingell, who died in 1999, was represented by his sister, Karen Smith. Gingell hung out at the Youth Center as a child and loved sports. He played in countless softball and floor hockey games and was a Center leader for 10 years. Gingell ran many leagues and tournaments while working there and “was Harry James’ righthand man for many years,” says Varda. “Kiko was reliable and always diplomatic and for that reason, his friends dubbed him “The Governor of Greenbelt.” James “Woody” Whitlock grew up in Greenbelt and played many pick-up basketball games in the Youth Center gym. He began working at the Center in 2001 and still works some week nights. “God knows he doesn’t do it for the money,” says Varda candidly, “but he does it so he can make a difference and possibly help a kid out.” Whitlock is a role model to many children and teens who spend time at the Youth Center. Jim Beasley, who died several years ago, was represented at the dedication by his three sons, Lance, Justin and Cody and their families. Beasley began working as a Center leader in 2000 after retirement. He loved to talk to anyone about sports, especially softball, and if any of his sons had a basketball game, Beasley was right there watching. In 2000 Beasley was inducted into the Washington Metropolitan Slow Pitch Softball Hall of Fame. Varda, who has played many softball games with Beasley, says “he was one of the best hitters I have ever witnessed and he was in his 50s.” Beasley died doing what he loved best, which was playing softball. He suffered a heart attack right after batting practice and having seven home runs out of 10 pitches. 50 Years of Memories A photo montage, put together by Kayode Lewis, a current Recreation Department employee, was on display throughout Labor Day Weekend. The montage spanned 50 years of the Youth Center. In addition to photographs, included a copy of the original petition to build the Center. “We uncovered a whole new project – organizing and scanning all of the photos and documents,” says Lewis. All originals will be sent to the Greenbelt Museum. What began as Varda’s idea blossomed into many conversations with some of the folks who make up Youth Center history. In impromptu and candid conversations, Varda came up with a list of about 50 people, which was then whittled down to the 22 inaugural honorees. “This is just the beginning,” says Varda. “More names will go up on the wall.” The plan is for this year’s inductees to vote on the next group and, in addition, to the categories of staff, athletes, and coaches, Varda would like to add volunteers to the mix. In the original petition to the mayor and city council from the advisory board of the Greenbelt Youth Center and the many citizens of Greenbelt it states “. . . whereas, the youth of today will be the citizens of tomorrow. . . .” Item number 8 on the petition could not be more clear: “That the erection of a Youth Center Building will accomplish, in large measure, that which our churches accomplished in increasing their membership and workers by providing the structure.” Long before “Field of Dreams” and Kevin Costner, Greenbelt knew that if you build it, they will come. Thursday, October 6, 2011 Rapidan Co-op Camps Hold Work Weekend by Tom Jones Rapidan Camps is Greenbelt’s seventh cooperative – incorporated here since 1953 but owning five historic cabins in Virginia’s Shenandoah Mountains as a relaxing rustic retreat. From October 14 to 16, as part of National Co-op Month, Rapidan will host its Work Weekend. Volunteers are welcome to explore the camp, maintain and repair the historic cabins and grounds and share meals and camaraderie with camp members and friends. Volunteers are welcome for all or part of the weekend and may stay overnight Friday or Saturday on a spaceavailable basis. For more information visit the website www.RapidanCamps. org or contact Tom Jones at 301474-6001. Tom Jones is president of Rapidan Camps. PYLE continued from page 4 community service by naming Greenbriar’s pool pavilion in her honor while she could celebrate the event with her family and friends. . . .” from Gary Thomas “When my daughter was in orchestra at Eleanor Roosevelt, we helped support the music program by buying oranges and grapefruit. Dorothy . . . bought fruit regularly even though I’m pretty sure she gave most of it to others in her building. When I delivered the fruit, she would invite me in, put on a pot of coffee and we’d swap [well I mostly listened] stories. Sometimes I was there so long, I’d get a call from home checking to see if I had been kidnapped. . . . “She had a police scanner and always knew everything that happened in Phase III. I’m still hearing new stories as a onewoman mobile watch committee and how she stared down potential criminals and put them on the path of repentance. . . .” from James Craze “The first time I remember seeing . . . [Dorothy Pyles] was late one night on patrol, . . . like 4 a.m. . . . I saw this little old lady walking her dog, soon to be introduced to me as Rufus. . . . Obviously I thought she was nuts and gently told her so. That’s when I was educated as to the tenacity and backbone Dorothy had. After speaking with her for just a little while, I never worried about her safety. That ‘old lady’ could take care of herself.” James Craze, then a patrol officer, is now Greenbelt Chief of Police. Christmas: The Real Story Most of us think we have a clear idea of the Christmas story. But do we? How much of our knowledge of what happened at the first Christmas is biblical and how much is based upon assumptions? The Bible tells a very adult story of Jesus’ birth. If you would like to learn what the Bible says about Christmas, you are invited to attend a free study beginning this Sunday evening, October 9th . What: Christmas: The Real Story Where: Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 6905 Greenbelt RD, Greenbelt. When: 2nd & 4th Sundays of the month from 7:00 – 8:30 p.m. For more information, please call 301-345-5111. Page 7 City Notes Animal Control staff took two dogs into custody and responded to four wildlife calls. One dog was adopted. Public Works The horticulture crew received two Prince George’s County Beautification Awards for the Aquatic & Fitness Center and Roosevelt Center underpass landscaping. There were 20.96 tons of refuse and 16.31 tons of comingled recyclable material collected last week. Staff attended a webinar on Buying Recycled and Environmentally Preferable Products offered by Sustainable Maryland Certified. Recreation Department The Braden Field tennis court renovation and relighting project has begun. Courts 1 through 4 will be closed until further notice while work is underway. Courts 5 through 8 will be closed in the near future; call 301-397-2200 for updates. Fall Fest The annual Fall Fest at Schrom Hills Park will be held Saturday, October 15 from 2 to 6 p.m. GIVE BLOOD, GIVE LIFE Friday, October 7, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Silver Spring Civic Building, 1 Veterans Place, Silver Spring Saturday, October 8, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Bowie Senior Center, 14900 Health Center Drive, Bowie Wednesday, October 12, 1:30 to 8 p.m., Montgomery Chapter House, 2020 East-West Highway, Silver Spring Thursday, October 13, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Prince George’s Co. Assn. of Realtors, 9200 Basil Court, Largo Friday, October 14, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., American Nurses Association, 8515 Georgia Avenue, #400, Silver Spring Tuesday, November 8, 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Northwestern High School, 7000 Adelphi Road, Hyattsville Call 1-800-GIVE-LIFE KONRAD HERLING Committed to ONE GREENBELT RE-ELECT KONRAD HERLING to the City Council By Authority of Trina Coore, Treasurer R E E N B E L T One of the five rustic cabins at Rapidan Camps. GREENBELT NEWS REVIEW W Page 9 Page 8 GREENBELT NEWS REVIEW Thursday, October 6, 2011 PAID ADVERTISEMENT BY GREENBELT HOMES, INC. NEWS IN REVIEW October is Co-op Month! October 6, 2011 Greenbelt has always been a town of co-ops. Some of the original enterprises—the grocery store, drug store, gas station, barber shop, movie theater, valet shop, beauty parlor, variety store, and tobacco shop —didn’t survive as co-ops. But others did, and over the years more were added. Greenbelt now enjoys the services of: the Greenbelt News Review and Greenbelt Federal Credit Union, both established in 1937; Greenbelt Nursery School, 1941; Greenbelt Homes, Inc., 1952; Rapidan Camps, Inc. 1953; Greenbelt Co-op Supermarket and Pharmacy, 1984; and the New Deal Café, 1995. Read more about the co-operative movement and Greenbelt co-ops in the Greenbelt News Review throughout October. For more information on Greenbelt’s history visit the Greenbelt Museum or go to www.greenbeltmd.gov/about_greenbelt/history . Working Toward a Smooth Transition GHI participated with other Greenbelt co-operatives in the National Co-op Month booth at the Farmers Market on October 2. Seven co-ops now are active in the city. Among the GHI members on hand were, from left: Patricia Novinski, Kathy Jones, Ginny Jones, Sylvia Lewis, Johanna Jones and Tom Jones. Graffiti Woes in Old Greenbelt Your Help is Needed Greenbelt Homes, Inc. and the City of Greenbelt seek assistance from community members to help identify the individual or groups that have been increasingly vandalizing public and private property in the City Center. The moniker “Big Tom” and other statements have regularly been seen on buildings, signs, sidewalks, and other surfaces. The graffiti is most prevalent in the areas from 18 to 32 Court on Ridge Road, but it has also appeared near the Roosevelt Center and along Gardenway. If anyone observes the vandal in the act, please contact the Greenbelt Police at 301474-7200. Please also report instances of graffiti or other information as soon as possible to the GHI Maintenance Department at 301-474-6011. Remember, graffiti investigations and removal cost GHI members and Greenbelt taxpayers money! Real Estate Tax Seminar At the Real Estate Tax Seminar on September 15, William Monks, GHI’s tax attorney, addressed the changes facing members in 2012. For the first time members’ real estate tax will be based primarily on their home’s individual invoice. Most GHI members will still have the benefit of the Home Owners Tax Credit and will be invoiced significantly below the assessed value of their homes. GHI members who have sold or subleased their homes since June 30, 2010 have probably lost their Homestead Tax Credit. Such members may well profit from appealing their assessment. Members can get information from the seminar, including links to find your account number, your current assessment, and appeal forms from the GHI website at www.ghi.coop. This information is also available in printed form in the lobby of the GHI administrative building. The deadline to appeal your assessment is January 3, 2012, but please do not wait until the last day. For questions regarding GHI real estate taxes and your assessment, e-mail Kathie Linkenhoker at [email protected] or call 301-474-4161. Hurricane Clean-up, Repairs Nearly Complete Hurricane Irene and subsequent storms caused significant damage to homes and yards. GHI has been working diligently to repair damage to homes, clear debris from yards and common areas, and respond to flooding-related issues. Tree damage was reported at more than 200 sites around town – most notable were three large trees that fell on GHI units. All major tree hazards have been addressed, but considerable work remains and member patience is appreciated. All GHI units damaged by the storms are habitable. Repairs to electrical equipment and roofs at 20 Court Hillside, and electrical repairs at 46 Court Ridge have been completed. Interior repairs at 20 Hillside and one unit at 46 Ridge are also complete. Some minor interior and exterior repairs remain in those courts. Staff continues to work on resolving drainage and ponding issues at dozens of sites following torrential rains, with priority given to the most severe problems. Members can minimize drainage problems by clearing debris and obstructions from yard drains and swales. If you have questions or concerns, contact the GHI Maintenance Department at [email protected], or 301-474-6011. Consulting firm, Transition Guides, is assisting the GHI Board of Directors and staff with organizational assessment, goal setting, and other activities as we prepare for the upcoming change in the General Manager position. Gretchen Overdurff, (retiring GM) is preparing the transfer GHI Members Picnic Reminder: Sunday, October 9, 1:00-3:30 p.m. at the GHI building on Hamilton Place. Rain or Shine. Remember to bring your donation of nonperishable items for a local food pantry. of manuals, procedures, and documents to Eldon Ralph (incoming GM), which will be followed by the physical office exchange in November. The Board of Directors will meet in December to finalize 2012 goals. Eldon will officially assume the General Manager position on December 12. Greenbelt City Council Candidates’ Forum GHI will be sponsoring a Candidates Forum on Thursday, October 25, from 7:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., in the Council Chamber of the Municipal Building. The Forum will be televised and shown on the Greenbelt Municipal Access cable channels, Verizon 21, Comcast 71 and streaming at www.greenbeltmd.gov Sunday, December 11, An afternoon Retirement Reception for Gretchen, Greenbelt Marriott ($20) Thursday, December 29, 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Open House to bid farewell to Gretchen and welcome Eldon Ralph as new General Manager. Pre-Purchase Orientation: Know someone who is in- terested in living in GHI? Be sure to tell them of the upcoming Pre-Purchase Orientation on Monday, October 17 at 7:15 p.m. at the GHI Administration Building on Hamilton Place. (There is no obligation to buy). To check out homes for sale go to www.ghi.coop and click on “Join Our Community”. “Like” us on Facebook: “Greenbelt Homes” Health Fair The City of Greenbelt, GHI, and Doctor’s Community Hospital collaborate on a Health Fair each year. This year’s fair, with the theme “Fall into Fitness,” is on October 27th from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Mark your calendar now to enjoy many vendors, activities, and to even win door prizes. Save the Dates Follow us on Twitter:“GHImgmt” Journey to the Ancient World through a Walk in the Woods Join the GHI Woodlands Committee on Saturday, October 22 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. for a fun walk in the woods and a journey back into the ancient world in the GHI woodlands and Greenbelt Forest Preserve. Enjoy stories, games and ancient lore on wild edibles and medicinal plants to survive for months in the wilderness with nothing but your wits. A great time for parents and kids. Bring water and a snack. Meet at Northway fields by the mulch piles. WHAT’S HAPPENING! OCTOBER Thu 6 7:30 p.m. Board Meeting Sun 9 1p.m.-3:30p.m. Mon 10 -- Tue 11 8:30 a.m. Yard Line Committee Tue 11 7:00 p.m. N & E Committee Wed 12 7:30 p.m. Architectural Review Committee Thu 13 7:00 p.m. Finance Committee Fri 14 -- OFFICES CLOSED Leaf bags are now available at the GHI warehouse between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday, and alternating Fridays when the offices are open. Mon 17 7:00 p.m. Bylaws Committee Mon 17 7:15 p.m. Pre-Purchase Orientation Tue 18 7:30 p.m. Companion Animal Committee Wed 19 7:00 p.m. Woodlands Committee Thu 20 7:30 p.m. Board Meeting Leaf bags will also be available between 9:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. on the following Saturdays: Oct. 22nd, Nov. 5th, and Nov. 19th, at garage #42, in 2 Court Gardenway. Sat 22 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Mon 24 7:00 p.m. Tue 25 7-9:30 p.m. Wed 26 7:00 p.m. Thu 27 10a.m.-2p.m. GHI Committee Notes Fri 28 -- Leaf Bag Distribution The Bylaws Committee will reconvene on Monday, October 17th at 7:00 p.m. Members are welcome to attend. GHI Fall Maintenance Schedule Oct: Addition Roof Repairs Oct – Nov: Parkway Garage Door Replacement Nov-Dec: Gutter Cleaning Nov-Dec: Concrete Repairs Member Picnic OFFICES CLOSED (Columbus Day) Leaf Bags @ garage # 42, 2 Ct.Gdnwy. Communicator Task Force City Council Candidates Forum Buildings Committee Health Fair @ Community Center OFFICES CLOSED NOVEMBER Tue 1 8:30 p.m. Yard Line Committee Board Meeting Thu 3 7:30 p.m. Sat 5 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Mon 7 7:15 p.m. Pre Purchase Orientation Wed 9 7:30 p.m. Architectural Review Committee Fri 11 -- Leaf Bags @ garage # 42, 2 Ct.Gdnwy. OFFICES CLOSED (Dates are subject to change) Maintenance service is available –for real emergencies only– outside of normal maintenance hours or when offices are closed. Call 301-474-6011. Greenbelt Homes, Inc.~1 Hamilton Place, Greenbelt, MD. 20770 www.ghi.coop ~ Tel. 301-474-4161 O C OP Thursday, October 6, 2011 Greenbelt 99 Split Chicken Russett Potatoes 5 Pears Bartlett/D’Anjou Orange Juice 1 Green Beans Fresh Value Pack 80% Lean lb. Ground Beef Fresh Value Pack Boneless Country Style lb. Dairy Pillsbury 00 Assorted 8-13 oz. Health & Beauty 99 Toothpaste Fresh Catch Salmon Portions Mint/Luminous 4 oz. 99 Pill Boxes ¢ Phillip’s Frozen Seafood Soups Assorted each 49 1 00 Campbell’s Condensed Prima Porta $ lb. Pork Chops or Roasts 249 $ Italian Sausage lb. 99 Quaker Instant Oatmeal NOW INTRODUCING 3 $ 6 $ 69 7 $ 49 5 $ Deli Gourmet Roasted Chicken Breast 99 on thousands of items throughout the store Look for the best buy signs in all departments. Wines 750 ML. 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Fresh Quality Meats 99 50 ¢ Gala/Delicious/MacIntosh Pork Spare Ribs 2 $ Apples 49 $ Crisp New York Strip Steaks Shurfine 1 $ 99 Fresh Crisp 5 lb. bag Fresh Crunchy ¢ $ 99 ¢ Fresh Crop Breasts Fresh Value Packed Bone-In Page 9 Farm Fresh Produce Supermarket Pharmacy Fresh Value Pack Grade A GREENBELT NEWS REVIEW 750 ML SUPERMARKET Monday thru Saturday 9 a.m. until 9 p.m. Sunday 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. 301-474-0522 PHARMACY Monday thru Friday 9 a.m. until 7 p.m. Saturday 9 a.m. until 6 p.m. 301-474-4400 Closed Sunday Some products are shown for illustration purposes only and do not represent items offered on sale. GREENBELT NEWS REVIEW Page 10 Police Blotter Based on information released by the Greenbelt Police Department, http://www.greenbeltmd.gov/police/index.htm, link in left frame to “Weekly Report” or http://www.greenbeltmd.gov/police/weekly_report.pdf. Dates and times are those when police were first contacted about incidents. Handgun Arrest September 23, 6:21 p.m., 5900 block Cherrywood Lane, a nonresident man was arrested and charged with transporting a handgun. He was released to the Department of Corrections for a hearing before a district court commissioner. Drug Arrests September 23, 12:24 a.m., Springhill Court at Edmonston Terrace, a resident man was arrested and charged with possession with intent to distribute drugs, possession of drugs and possession of drug paraphernalia. He was released to the Department of Corrections for a hearing before a district court commissioner. September 27, 12:23 p.m., 6200 block Springhill Drive, a nonresident man was arrested and charged with possession of drug paraphernalia and trespassing on private property. The man was released on citations pending trial. Vandalism September 22, 2:19 p.m., 9100 block Edmonston Road, a window was broken. September 23, 1:08 p.m., 6900 block Hanover Parkway, a glass door was broken. September 27, 4:07 p.m., 6100 block Springhill Terrace, a window was broken. Burglary September 28, 5 p.m., 2 Court Eastway, a chair and potting soil were reported taken from the yard. September 23, 2:15 p.m., 9200 block Edmonston Road, nothing was reported taken. September 23, 7:15 p.m., 6100 block Springhill Terrace, it was reported that a bicycle was taken from a patio. September 25, 9:28 a.m., 9100 block Springhill Lane, electronics were reported taken. September 27, 4:41 p.m., 7200 block Mandan Road, electronics were reported taken. September 28, 11:22 p.m., 5900 block Cherrywood Terrace, electronics were reported taken. Vehicle Crimes One vehicle and one tag were recovered by Metropolitan and County police, respectively. No arrests were made. Thefts from vehicles were reported in the 7900 block Mandan Road (tag expiration sticker) and in the 7700 block Hanover Parkway (wallet). An attempted theft was reported in the 6200 block Springhill Drive. Vandalism occurred in the 6800 block Megan Lane (broken window), in the 5800 block Cherrywood Terrace (damaged vehicle) and at Greenway Center (broken truck window). The Department is offering a reward of up to $1,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of a suspect in any of the unsolved crimes reported in the blotter. Call 1-866-411-TIPS. People may anonymously report suspected drug activity by calling the Drug Tip Line at 240-542-2145. Gas Appliance Alert Issued by WSSC MVA Offers New Online Tutorial People who purchased a gas water heater or other gas appliance in 2010 or 2011 may need to check to see if their appliances were inspected properly after installation. An initial investigation in Montgomery County based on consumer complaints revealed that two thirds of the gas appliances sold during that time by four of the large chain stores were not inspected after installation. WSSC asked for the same information in Prince George’s County and found similar results. Improper installation can cause a dangerous buildup of carbon monoxide gas, lead to fires or an explosion. Prince George’s County requires appliances to be installed only by WSSC-licensed plumbers/gas fitters, who must first obtain WSSC permits and then schedule a WSSC inspection of the installation within five business days. These appliances include water heaters, gas dryers, gas heating systems and gas stoves. When consumers buy installation services, the store charges them for the required permit and inspection. County officials have vowed to address the problem. To learn more, read the frequently asked questions (FAQs) on www.wssc.com and click on the latest press release (201110-4). The Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA) has announced that a new online driver test tutorial, the 2011 Maryland Driver Challenge, is now available at the MVA website at www. mva.maryland.gov. In addition, a mobile application test is available for iPhone/iPad users. The purpose of the Challenge is to increase awareness about driver safety, educate Maryland families about the rules of the road and dangers of risky driving behaviors and prepare new drivers as they get behind the wheel. It is designed to encourage parents and teens to test their knowledge of the rules of the road. The new driver test tutorial is more focused on behaviors that can affect safe operation of a motor vehicle, including testing and sharing the road. It can be used by anybody at any time to help them stay sharp and up-to-date on driver safety knowledge. Botanic Lecture Boosts Bulbs “Bulbs as Companion Plants” is the topic of a free lecture at the U.S. Botanic Garden on Monday, October 10 from 6 to 8 p.m. by Brent Heath, co-owner of Brent and Becky’s Bulbs. Pre-registration is required. Visit www.usbg.gov to register. Thursday, October 6, 2011 Yes, That Was Rosa! by Marilynne Dos Reis If you happened to tune in “Law and Order L.A.” a few months ago and thought you saw our hometown girl, Rosa Salazar, as “Yolanda,” the gang-banger’s girlfriend, you were right! A Boxwood resident from 1998 through 2005, Rosa attended Greenbelt Middle School, Eleanor Roosevelt High School and Prince George’s Community College while living in Prince George’s County. She was a French Immersion student, then a very active drama and Improv participant at ERHS and a drama student at PGCC. Later she moved to the Big Apple for three years. During this time, she was accompanied by her muse, Gigi, a boxer/pit mix, harlequin black and white, rescued by Rosa. Gigi and Rosa are inseparable. During her years in Brooklyn, Rosa was a student at HB Studios (Uta Hagen) and at Upright Citizens Brigade, learning method acting, then improvisation and performing. Rosa went on to create and perform improv at various locations in Brooklyn. Those were tough years of formation for the actress who always worked at some job related with the food trade, including also a long stint as a bicycle delivery girl enduring rain, snow, cold and all challenging weather situations. Last year (2010) Rosa auditioned and was chosen to be the representative for the (Microsoft) KIN phone. She was sent on the KIN Journey to many U.S. locations to interview people she had encountered via social networking. You have probably seen the interviews on Facebook or You Tube. One of the several locations was Greenbelt, where she interviewed (who else?) her Mom at home and then proceeded to interview students in College Park at the Bagel Place and on the UM campus. The KIN clips were placed as previews in movie theaters. Later, Greenbelt folks we knew had seen Rosa and me in those previews, so when I walked into the Co-op employees like Rob stared and then remarked, “Hey! I saw you guys in the movies!” It was so cool. When the time came to get really serious about acting, Rosa was able to pony up the steep fee to join the Screen Actors Guild, without which membership her job possibilities in the field would be severely curtailed. Her management then suggested that her options would open up if she changed coasts and the decision was made to move to Los Angeles. That’s where auditions for film and TV jobs would be. So, independent Rosa rented a truck, packed up selected belongings, gave away and sold the rest and sadly left Brooklyn which had been her cherished home during the first years of her acting foundation and headed first for (you guessed it) Greenbelt to see Mom and Dad and temporarily store some of her things. Rosa got on the plane for Los Angeles with one suitcase and a backpack. Her chutzpah took her to a new life full of opportunity and challenge. The gamble has so far paid off. Meanwhile, the move was made even more attractive by the fact that she had met her wonderful significant other who, as a producer, travelled intercontinentally but lived at the time in San Francisco. While his family originates in Miami, he also has family in San Rosa Salazar Francisco. After a few months of living in separate California cities, Rosa and her man decided to take the plunge and rent an apartment together. This has proven to be a most cooperative relationship because the pair shares careers related to the performing arts and can comprehend the nuances of the life. January 2011 was the first time we visited Rosa in L.A. since she had been chosen as a participant in the CBS Diversity Showcase. There had been thousands of auditions for this showcase of culturally, racially, ethnically diverse young artists in comedy writing, dance, improv, set design, costumery, comedy performance and acting talents. Rosa was one of only 13 performers to be showcased in a theater in North Hollywood, LIVE! The performances followed nine weeks of intense preparation and rehearsals and the actors received no pay in dollars but great pay in exposure to the audience almost exclusively peopled by industry scouts. We attended two performances and one was funnier and more brilliant than the other. It was, for us, a great introduction to the charms of Los Angeles and, by the way, in January the temperature ascended to 80 degrees. Couldn’t have been a more pleasant adventure for all of us Northeast Coast folks. All right, now for the best news. Rosa has a terrific manager and he is always on the lookout for Rosa’s best interests. They snagged a series of appearances on “American Horror Stories” where Rosa plays the role of a nurse who is murdered in an adaptation of the Richard Speck serial murders. The series airs on October 5, so be sure to tune in and show your support for our girl. Then came the biggie. You have hopefully seen Rosa’s appearance on “Parenthood” on September 13 (NBC, 10 p.m., Tuesdays) as Zoe, the pregnant latte cart girl. Rosa will continue to portray Zoe for as many as nine more episodes! Tune in and watch your hometown girl display her acting chops. One more thing, this success did not come easily for Rosa, as it does not come easily for most actors. Previous to her fortunate hookup with great management, Rosa struggled for several years, working at jobs that were unrelated to her craft, just to survive. The actor’s life is not only physically challenging in many ways but also an actor at any level must be psychologically prepared for the roller coaster ride of acceptance and rejection, a multiplicity of auditions, a few callbacks and, maybe after years of struggle, a role like that of “Yolanda” in “Law and Order L.A.” which got Rosa noticed and opened the doors for her to other offers, such as the one she received from the producers of “Glee”! Her management encouraged her to decline “Glee” and opt for more episodes of “Parenthood,” which turns out to be a great decision because Rosa stands out in a cast of tall Anglo adults while she at 5’3” plays the part of a sassy young lady providing diversity, both ethnic and cultural, to the show. Rosa has made her family and herself most proud based on the series of calculated and fortunate steps she has taken to become an actor. We hope you will follow this homegirl’s career and that you will tune in to “Parenthood” every Tuesday on NBC at 10 p.m. Additionally, Rosa has made numerous appearances on the hilarious internet program “College Humor” (secret language) and she continues to create and videotape her characters, such as Mortie Munch and Jorge G.G. (Hey Hey!) Gómez. Rosa can make you laugh until your sides split and your eyes tear. She will be putting Hey Hey Gómez on his own website and he guarantees to deliver belly laughs with his observations on life. More to come on the website. Also catch Rosa’s blog – “The Sargasm.” Thanks for your encouragement and support of Rosa Bianca Salazar, your former neighbor in Greenbelt, a star on the rise! Lastner Lane resident Marilynne Dos Reis is Rosa Salazar’s (can you guess) proud mother. Thursday, October 6, 2011 GREENBELT NEWS REVIEW Page 11 First Public Safety Fair Held Sept. 17; McGruff and “Rescue” Visit Greenbelt’s first Public Safety Expo was held the morning of September 17 outdoors amid raindrops and temperatures in the 50-to-60 degree range. It showcased the many public safety groups available to serve Greenbelters and the various categories of safety needs: personal, child, traffic and fire. Other groups deal with disaster preparedness and response, neighborhood watch and resources to help those affected by fire and crime, both violent and involving property. The Greenbelt Federal Credit Union featured ID theft and announced that their next shredding day will be on Saturday, October 15 from 9 to noon. Neighborhood Watch groups described being the eyes and ears of the community by reporting suspicious persons and activities to the police. Child safety seats were installed by a trained and certified expert (Robert Wiltrout) associated with the Greenbelt Police Department. Greenbelt Animal Control focused on safely co-existing with wildlife, preventing conflict with critters and the rationale for not trapping or relocating them. The Greenbelt Police Department arranged for the nationally known crime-fighting dog McGruff to be in attendance. Another feature was “Rescue,” a behemoth vehicle with tires nearing five feet in height, capable of driving through high water and over difficult terrain. It is used for rescue operations and is available for possible SWAT team purposes. Made of steel, it looks like a tank, complete with a turret opening. Windows are mere slits a few inches high and about eight inches wide. The driver must stand, lean over and move as needed in order to see the terrain ahead through the slits. When necessary, a second person stands in the opened turret hole to get an unobstructed view and to call out descriptions of what is ahead and how to maneuver over, around or through it. This is the same vehicle driven south on I-95 to New Orleans by Greenbelt Police to rescue Hurricane Katrina survivors. People of all ages gravitated to the Greenbelt Volunteer Fire Department and Rescue Squad display to see one of Company 35’s fire trucks. Lucky children got to climb aboard and turn on the siren. Other invited organizations included Greenbelt CERT (Community Emergency Response Team), Greenbelt CARES, Greenbelt Code Enforcement, US Park Police, Code, MD National Guard and American Legion Post #136. The Safety Expo was sponsored by the Greenbelt Public Safety Advisory Committee, members of which hope to make this an annual event. Botanic Garden Welcomes Kids The U.S. Botanic Garden repeats its September pre-school children’s program “Sprouts” every Wednesday in October from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. in the Conservatory Classroom. Each free session’s varied activities may include a story, art activity or walk in the garden. Children must be at least 3 and accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration is required; visit www.usbg.gov. PHOTOs BY MPO kelly lawson by Sue Krofchik Young and old and their pets gravitate to a Company 35 fire engine. Greenbelt Volunteer Fire Department and Rescue Squad volunteers Adam Anthony-Pyndell (left) and Badara Sey watch as an attendee attempts to climb aboard. Representatives of the Public Safety Advisory Committee await visitors at the September 17 Safety Expo. From left: Mary Johnson (Greenbelt director of human resources), staff liaison; Mary Thomas and Cynthia Comproni, members; Dr. Laura Kressler, chairperson. Visit www.greenbeltnewsreview.com Why Are College Students Cavity Prone? Dr. David McCarl, Dr. Clayton McCarl, Dr. Monica Mattson, Dr. Jay McCarl McCarl Dental Group College is a time for new experiences, new friends, and unfortunately – new cavities. A diet high in sugar combined with changes in personal hygiene cause tooth decay and a dramatic increase in dental cavities during college years. Today’s hectic college lifestyle is filled with fast food, sugar-packed coffees and soft drinks. Even diet sodas increase the likelihood of cavities because bacteria thrive in an acidic environment. Sugar-loving bacteria that are normally present in and around the teeth produce byproducts, which cause breakdown of tooth enamel, resulting in tooth decay and dental cavities. 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After about 10 years, Parkbelt residents would conceivably own the company that owned their homes. What did the Parkbelt homes look like? The houses were all identical when built: one-story, flat-roofed houses with copperbearing steel frames that were bolted to a concrete foundation. Walls and roofs were made of factory-made insulated panels. These wall panels, designed by Howard Fisher, were composed of fireproof, weather-resisting asbestos cement with a vaporsealed blanket-type insulation that insured against moisture seepage and were designed to keep the house warmer in winter and cooler in summer. Windows were steel-sash casements arranged on the facades to allow for as much light and cross-ventilation as possible. Five Rooms The houses all had five rooms with a compact and organized arrangement: living room, dining room, “all-electric” kitchen, two bedrooms, one full bath and a utility room with space for laundry and storage. While all houses had the same floor plan, the plans were flipped so the houses were not identical. The floor plan veered away from a traditional 19th century organization of domestic space. Instead they embraced a less formal layout, reflecting new ideas about informal, family-oriented lifestyles. The Parkbelt homes were prefabricated, meaning they were assembled on site with pre-constructed parts, rather than from scratch with conventional building materials. In the early 20th century, prefabricated housing was an exciting new building trend as newer building materials became available and homes could be built in a mass-production technique improving quality, affordability and accessibility in the housing market. Sears Roebuck popularized a wooden prefabricated housing system that was immensely popular. The 1933 Chicago World’s Fair also popularized prefabricated housing for the masses and Howard Fisher had had a model house in the “Homes of Tomorrow” exhibit, a pre-cursor to the Parkbelt homes. New Residents Construction began in December 1937 and residents began moving in to their “streamlined” homes in April 1938. Tenants for Parkbelt were chosen from the same selection list used for greater Greenbelt, though they came from a higher salary range – $3,000 per year versus the $800 to $2,200 range for those living in the federal project. Fisher intended to attract those more interested in home ownership. Residents of Parkbelt were subject to the town rules, ordinances and civil government but PHOTO courtesy of greenbelt museum PARKBELT Thursday, October 6, 2011 Wall panels of a fireproof, weather-resisting asbestos cement are put in place on one of the 10 Parkbelt homes on Forest Way in 1938. were not subject to the many restrictions placed on those living in the federal project. Greenbelt resident Harry Falls was hired by Fisher to manage and maintain the 10 Parkbelt homes; according to Falls, “[s]ince they were experimental houses, the developer wanted someone to keep daily records of the operation and see that repairs were made when necessary.” Despite the best intentions of Howard Fisher (and his brother, Arthur, who was treasurer for Parkbelt Homes, Inc.), the Parkbelt project was not a success. Two primary reasons accounted for this failure: maintenance of the flat roofs and plumbing and electrical issues plagued the residents. But the primary reason for the project’s failure was economics. Fisher became embroiled in a lawsuit with the federal government over fees he was required to pay for valuation of the Parkbelt land. The federal government paid fees to local municipalities in lieu of taxes for lands removed from local tax rolls. In his lease agreement with the government, Fisher agreed to pay a certain percentage of these fees for the Parkbelt land – a percentage based on a valuation of the Greenbelt project weighed against the valuation of the Parkbelt project. Fisher, however, never paid these fees because he felt they were a burden. He argued that the Greenbelt project was undervalued in the calculations, resulting in a higher fee for Fisher. Lawsuits ensued, resulting in a judgment of $7,910.59 (plus 6% interest) against Fisher. Realizing now that he would never make Parkbelt a financial success, he began the process of selling off the property. Fisher had purchased the Parkbelt land from the government in 1949, then sold both the land and the homes to their owners. Land parcels were sold for $10 each and the homes for $7,500. Privately Owned All 10 Parkbelt homes have remained in private ownership and the federal government ended its role in assisting private enterprise with the growth of Greenbelt. Though the Parkbelt homes represent a private effort at expansion in Greenbelt, the federal government had been experimenting with other housing styles and methods while building the original community. The government built five prefabricated units on Woodland Way in 1937, as a demonstration of economical construction. While sometimes mistaken as Parkbelt homes, these five RA prefabricated homes are different from Parkbelt, being built of plywood with a traditional sloping roof. These homes remained part of the federal project and became a part of the cooperative when the community was sold in 1956. Today they are still part of GHI. Undoubtedly when they were built, the Parkbelt homes were stylish and modern, featuring the latest in building materials and technology. Their design would have fit in with the international homes in the community and the Streamlined Modern style of the commercial center. Today, they have been modified to suit modern tastes. But underneath the siding and gabled roofs, the original Parkbelt homes still stand, a part of early Greenbelt history. Arboretum Exhibits Living Power Plants During October from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily, the U.S. National Arboretum will present “Power Plants,” a free educational exhibit that showcases living plants and tells how plants can serve as sustainable agriculture-based energy sources. A scavenger hunt activity, available at the information desk, will help school-age children explore the exhibit. We were saddened to hear of the death of Sidney Bronstein, of Ridge Road, on October 3, 2011. He died peacefully in the company of his wife, daughter and grandson two days shy of his 100th birthday. Condolences to Katrina Boverman on the death of her mom, Margaret (“Peg”) Boverman of Silver Spring, on September 29, 2011. Sympathy also to the Wildoner and Hand families on the death of longtime Greenbelter Alfred Wildoner, 81, on September 28, 2011. For many years Al was active in American Legion Post 136, often serving as doorman. We were sorry to hear of the death on September 5 of Helene DeGagne Slaughter of Front Royal, Va., and extend sympathy to her husband Leo Slaughter and his children, as well as Leo’s sister Joanne Kellaher and her family. The Slaughters and the Kellahers were both Greenbelt pioneer families. Congratulations to Dr. Allan Chotiner and his wife Ann on their 70th wedding anniversary, October 3. Dr. Chotiner was the first principal of High Point High School. Now in College Park, the couple lived in Greenbelt early in their marriage. Send us your reports of new babies, awards, honors, etc. to share with our readers. We’d especially like to hear more from our neighbors in Greenbelt East and Greenbelt West (Franklin Park). To send information for “Our Neighbors” email us at [email protected] or leave a message at 301-474-6892. – Kathleen McFarland The Bus Seniors and Customers with Diabilities RIDE FREE CITY ELECTION INFORMATION ANY REGISTERED GREENBELT VOTER MAY CHOOSE TO VOTE BY EARLY VOTING or ABSENTEE VOTING NO MORE EXCUSES! EARLY VOTING: This is the second municipal election in which any qualified voter of the City of Greenbelt may choose to vote by EARLY VOTING. The purpose of the change is to give an additional option to voters and make it easier to vote in City elections. EARLY VOTING DATES AND LOCATIONS Schrom Hills Park Clubhouse, 6915 Hanover Parkway Saturday, October 22nd, 9:00 am to 1:00 pm and Sunday, October 23rd, 11:00 am to 2:00 pm Springhill Lake Recreation Center, 6101 Cherrywood Lane Saturday, October 29th, 9:00 am to 1:00 pm and Sunday, October 30th, 11:00 am to 2:00 pm Greenbelt Municipal Building, 25 Crescent Road Mondays – Fridays October 24th – November 4th, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm Tuesdays until 8:00 pm ABSENTEE VOTING: Any qualified voter of the City of Greenbelt may choose to vote by absentee ballot. There is no longer any need to present an excuse for why you will be absent from your polling place on Election Day. An ABSENTEE BALLOT may be requested in one of two ways. Each individual requesting a ballot must submit a separate, signed application form or letter. • Fill out an application form that you may 1) pick up in the City Clerk’s office, 2) request from the City Clerk by phone at 301-474-8000 or by e-mail at [email protected], or 3) print from the City’s Web site at http:// www.greenbeltmd.gov; or • Write a letter of application to the City Clerk, 25 Crescent Road, including your full name, domicile address in Greenbelt, signature, and telephone number. Military service members, their families, and other U.S. citizens abroad who are covered under the Uniformed and Overseas Citizens Absentee Voting Act may also use the Federal Post Card Application (http://www.fvap.gov) to request an absentee ballot for City election. Applications to receive absentee ballots must be received by noon on Monday, November 7, 2011. The completed ballot must be received by the City Clerk no later than 6 p.m. the day of the regular election, November 8, 2011. No absentee ballots will be distributed prior to October 19. Return your executed absentee ballot in time to arrive by 6:00 p.m. on November 8th by 1) sending it through the U.S. mail, 2) hand-delivering it to the City Clerk’s office, or 3) placing it in the locked drop-box at the east door of the Municipal Building at 25 Crescent Road. Questions? Call Cindy Murray, City Clerk, at 301-474-8000, or email [email protected]. Thursday, October 6, 2011 Page 13 cont. from page 1 Public Safety Advisory Committee (PSAC) for nine years, chairing the committee for six years until she was elected to council in 2009. During her tenure leading PSAC, the city saw real improvements in safety including the upgrade of security cameras at Roosevelt Center and their installation on the Spellman Overpass, as well as emergency call boxes on Metro Drive and in the Springhill Lake area. Pope has continued to be a strong supporter of our police department and places a strong emphasis on public safety initiatives. Even before earning U.S. citizenship in 2006, she had been very active in the American Legion Auxiliary where she was president for two years. She continues to be active in fundraising for groups including the American Legion Auxiliary and St. Hugh’s Church. A member of St. Hugh of Grenoble church since 2000, she has been involved in the Texas BBQ, Shrimp Feast and Oktoberfest events. She has also served as president of the Belle Point Homeowners’ Association (HOA) since 2006, where her family now resides. In her HOA position, she has ensured the efficient operation of the HOA, made every effort to ensure that HOA standards and Greenbelt laws are adhered to and enhanced property values through cost-effective maintenance of the common areas and the founding of the Belle Point Landscaping Committee, which has planted more than 25 sizeable trees over the past several years. Pope has uplifted and empowered many underprivileged children including those learning English as a second language at Greenbelt Middle School (GMS) from 2001-2007, at GMS and Magnolia Elementary School as a Parent Liaison from 20072009 and most recently as a Special Education Paraprofessional at Springhill Lake Elementary School. Employed in local schools since 2001, she has been able to enhance the lives of youth across Greenbelt. When still in Germany, Pope worked in the field of international business relations where her bilingual ability and organizational skills were critical. Attuned to cross-cultural issues, Pope has long practiced effective communication across all kinds of demographic boundaries. Her prior professional experience includes positions of responsibility within large international institutions focused on finance and account services. Since being elected to council in 2009, she has served on several committees including the Maryland Municipal League Convention Planning Committee and the Small Cities Council Steering Committee and Public Safety and Crime Prevention Steering Committee for the National League of Cities. She is the liaison to the City of Greenbelt’s Senior Citizen Advisory Committee and most recently has earned a fellowship from the Academy for Excel- lence in Local Governance at the University of Maryland. This fellowship provides Pope with a more thorough understanding of how local municipalities function and a strong understanding of governmental policy and ethics. Raised in a small German town, Pope brings to Greenbelt familiar small-town values of community with the professional and social experience that comes from living and working in diverse cultures. Her natural tendency is one of engagement and activity in the community, taking on numerous volunteer roles and accruing accomplishments in Greenbelt over the past decade, many even before becoming a US citizen. By confronting the realities of modern Greenbelt, embracing young people and seeking to improve the quality of life for all, Pope shows a long track record that continues to make Greenbelt proud. Herling First elected to the Greenbelt City Council in 2003, Konrad Herling – a lifelong Greenbelt resident – is running for a fifth term to continue unifying and bettering Greenbelt. His motivation to strengthen this community inspires his achievements as a council member and civic-minded volunteer. On council, he has focused on improving transit and exploring and ultimately implementing an economic development strategy which would, coordinate grants and marketing and reach out to the business community to secure additional revenue in a challenging fiscal climate. Herling has served as council liaison to the Park and Recreation Advisory Board, the Arts Advisory Board and the Advisory Committee for Environmental Sustainability (GreenACES). He secured a $20,000 Council of Governments (COG) grant to engage a professional planner for a public charrette on transportation. A strong supporter of Transit Riders United of Greenbelt (TRU-G), he worked with its members, Metro officials and representatives of Prince Georges County’s Department of Transportation to improve Greenbelt’s bus service. As council’s liaison to the GreenACES, Herling assisted in developing a sustainability plan that recognizes the need throughout the city for improved biking, pedestrian and bus access. He has advocated that Greenway Center work with WMATA and the county to improve safe access to and from the adjacent bus shelters. Herling, who in his campaign of 1989 proposed that the city establish a planning department (the city did create a Planning and Community Development Department the following year) has also pressed for traffic circles, improved lighting and safe pedestrian underpasses in new developments. Herling has participated in and led numerous charrettes, including the 2006 Greenbelt West Charrette and the city’s 2008 visioning process. Computer Efficiency It is estimated that computers in the business sector waste $1 billion worth of electricity per year. Turn off computers and power strips when leaving work for the day. During the day, setting computers to go to sleep during short breaks can cut energy use by 70 percent. Remember that screen savers do not save energy. – Sierra Club QUESTIONS PHOTO by bill cornett CANDIDATES GREENBELT NEWS REVIEW Konrad Herling Herling seeks to improve culture, education and civic engagement. In 2006 he inaugurated a volunteer-led international cultural festival and long advocated for the new resident welcome program that council approved in 2009. He supported construction of the new Greenbelt Middle School. He has worked to increase participation in the electoral process and voted to expand the number of council seats from five to seven. Herling has chaired the Four Cities Coalition on homelessness and served on COG’s Washington Area Housing Partnership Board of Directors. Additionally, he serves on the Envision Prince George’s Executive Committee, the Prince George’s County Arts & Humanities Council, the Prince George’s County Municipal Association, as well as Maryland Municipal League and National League of Cities committees. The founder of the Greenbelt Cultural Arts Center in 1979 and a former member of the Community Relations Advisory Board, Herling is perhaps proudest of participating in writing the Community Pledge, which urges all Greenbelters to treat each other with respect and to celebrate diversity and inclusion. For his community service, he was honored to be named Greenbelt’s Outstanding Citizen in 2001. Herling, who has lived in GHI and Franklin Park (Springhill Lake, 1979-1984), received his undergraduate degree from Towson University and has worked as a legal analyst for the Federal Communications Commission for 34 years. cont. from page 1 the Greenbelt Metro Station? If so, what changes might you be amenable to? Question 2. (Due October 16 for the October 20 issue) If you received the greatest number of votes for election to council would you accept election by council to the office of mayor and, if so, what would you perceive your role to be in that office? Question 3. (Due October 23 for the October 27 issue) In view of new information that the Prince George’s County Board of Education will not surplus the old Greenbelt Middle School building for city acquisition but only make portions of the old building available for leasing at a nominal fee and providing only limited funds for building improvements, should the city continue to pursue use of the building as a city community center? MONDAY, OCTOBER 10 Final Day to Register to Vote for 2011 Greenbelt City Council Election. Forms must arrive in Upper Marlboro no later than 4:30 p.m. Re-elect Emmett V. Jordan Greenbelt City Council It’s a privilege to serve on City Council and to bring constructive ideas that are moving our City in some new directions. I have learned many things from neighbors throughout Greenbelt, from council members, and from City staff. Allow me to continue to work for you. • Involved Jordan For Greenbelt • Experienced P.O. Box 471 - Greenbelt, MD 20768 (301)220-1025 • Open-minded http://www.jordanforgreenbelt.org • Working for a [email protected] Stronger Community By Authority of Sylvia J. Lewis, Treasurer Vote for City Council on November 8* and Re-elect Leta Mach √ Experienced √ Involved √ Committed √ Knowledgeable Serving YOU on City Council since 2003 Building on the Spirit of Greenbelt … and Expanding the Possibilities *or choose Early Voting or Absentee Voting. Register to vote by Monday, October 10. Questions/Comments? Call me at 301-345-8105 or e-mail [email protected] Visit my web site, http://www.themachs.net to learn more about me. By authority of the candidate Work Together Respect the Past Build the Future GREENBELT NEWS REVIEW Page 14 Thursday, October 6, 2011 PLACE YOUR AD HERE CLASSIFIED HELP WANTED YRC IS HIRING DRIVERS AND DOCK WORKERS – Drivers: Excellent Wages, Benefits, Pension! Home nightly! FT/PT. DC location. CDL-A w/Combo and Hazmat, 1 yr T/T exp, 21 yoa req. EOE-M/F/D/V. 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Contact James, 301-474-8129 or [email protected] SERVICES COMPUTERS – Systems installation, troubleshooting, network, wireless computer design and upgrades, antivirus, anti-spam, firewall. IBM, Dell, HP, Gateway. JBS, 240-601-4163, 301-474-3946. HAULING & JUNK REMOVAL – Complete clean out, garages, houses, construction-debris, etc. Licensed, free estimates. Mike Smith, 301-346-0840 HOUSECLEANING – Weekly, biweekly, monthly. References and free estimates available. Debbie, 301-4595239. REPAIR AND INSTALLATION – of all types of roofs, siding, additions, windows, doors, bathroom, kitchen. See our photo gallery at www.RamboandRamboConstruction.com. 301220-4222. JACKIE’S CLEANING – No job too big or small. Estimates, 301-731-0115 TRANSFER MINI DV TAPES, VHS tapes, slides, photos, movies, films to DVDs. 301-474-6748 PATTI’S PETSITTING – Let your furry, feathered, finned or scaled friend stay at home while you go away. Petsitting by a Professional Animal Care Specialist. All types of animals! Available for mid-day walks. Insured! Very reasonable rates! Group discounts! References available. Call Patti Stange at 301-910-0050. COMPNETDOC – Local expert computer services, repairs, installations, residential and commercial, networks, field service. DATA RECOVERY EXPERTS. All makes, all models, including laptops. Software and hardware issues – any and all computer related problems solved. 301-474-3095 WELL WRITTEN – I will compose and type whatever you need. Sue, 301-474-2219 HARRIS LOCK & KEY – Mobile emergency service. Greenbelt, 240593-0828. HANDYMAN SERVICES – Carpentry, drywall, painting. Electrical and plumbing. Free estimates, 20 years’ experience. 240-425-7220, Dave. HELLO! Do you need help with your children? I would love to take care of them. I live in Greenbelt. 301-2201728 COMPUTER BASICS – Teaching basic computer skills, troubleshooting, software/hardware installation, security, email, photo editing, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, creating basic web pages. Steve, 301-906-5001 Store Manager position with new shoe store, SHOE SHOW, opening in Greenbelt. RATES Exciting career opportunity. Retail experience. Competitive benefit package. Sales Associates also needed. E-mail resume: [email protected] EOE M/F CLASSIFIED: $3.00 minimum for ten words. 15¢ for each additional word. Submit ad with payment to the News Review office by 10 p.m. Tuesday, or to the News Review drop box in the Co-op grocery store before 7 p.m. Tuesday, or mail to 15 Crescent Rd., Suite 100, Greenbelt, MD 20770. BOXED: $8.50 column inch. Minimum 1.5 inches ($12.75). Deadline 10 p.m. Tuesday. NEEDED: Please include name, phone number and address with ad copy. Ads not considered accepted until published. CDL A Drivers – Full-time driving opportunity. Baltimore Area. Ryder. Home weekly, top pay-avg. $70k/yr. & excellent benefits! Looking for experienced teams immediately to support a growing business! $5,000 sign-on bonus for teams. CDL-A & 1yr. exp. req. Excellent pay & benefits. Call 800-793-3754. www.ryder.jobs. EOE. Drug test req. for employment. 2-A Southway, Sat, Oct. 8, 8 – 2. Antiques: glass, china, jewelry, paintings, pocket watch, milk glass punch bowl w/45 cups, vintage Matchbox cars, misc. household. A Very Large Yard Sale So Many Treasures Furniture, New Toys/Games/Electronics, Educational Materials (Home Schoolers Delight) Linens, Pots/Pans, Holiday Shopping Galore Sat., Oct. 15 – SUNRISE til ? Place 11 D Southway Raindate – Sunday, Oct. 16 YARD SALES YARD SALE – 1-A Plateau Pl. Sun. Oct. 9, 9 – 11:30 a.m. Children’s clothes, games, toys & misc. items. MULTI-FAMILY – Household goods, books, DVD, CD, VHS, clothes, vintage motor cycle, computer items. 102, 10/8/11, rain 10/9/11, 7509 & 7601 Wellesley Dr., College Park. rec ition n a l t h e Al- long g a rket can tive elt’s top- to o , ive th- orinNews n Ma Review ple opera eenb ose s ble e og N a t i o n t h ratGreenbelt s o n s n e a iv e m o o e r p co G r h o f o p M Coop n a by sp Farm here the and ly. T ll be erat f i es l t 4 w ut a l c a l w i o o p t o - t r i5pm C o nbel l beg Saturday, fi ble e c lis d abo ene29, tiv eenbe berOctober c a e l a e r i n e o g sRoom p ta 201 c o r get p s a n peCommunity Gr Oct atioCenter, Gr ce w oat n e o i t s h e e u c th ay, orm ent tiv y t bo les, o-o v e r ian on followed a band Election d inf em Meeting c o t a p of Officers lSupper s le a Sun byd Business per ing arn rinci ocal i s c ow v u o o c b n o d h l p le p fo ta on fi m c 2011 Annual Membership Meeting Town Center Realty and Renovations Mike McAndrew 240-432-8233 58C Crescent Rd. 2 BR Block $119,900 6A Hillside Rd. Brick 3BR end unit with addition $260,900 301-490-3763 Rates as low as 2.5% on New Cars and as low as 2.9% on Used Cars Call 301‐474‐5900 for more information. Apply online at www.greenbeltfcu.com GREENBELT FEDERAL CREDIT UNION 112 Centerway Greenbelt, MD 20770 301‐474‐5900 Rates listed are annual percentage rates and are subject to change without notice. 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Our payrolls exceed Cooperative Identity tions of billion these member-owned $15 annually. and controlled businesses. As this Definition From Main Street storefronts to Fortune 500 year’s theme notes, “Cooperative A cooperative is an autoncompanies, co-ops generate jobs and economic enterprises build a better world.” omous association of persons growth in our communities. Because that’s where Cooperatives build a better united voluntarily to meet their we come from. world by providing their member/ owners a variety of services. The common economic, social and key attribute of the cooperative cultural needs and aspirations a jointly owned and dembusiness is the ownership and bythrough Owned Our Members, ocratically controlled enterprise. democratic control by theCommitted memto Our Communities. Values bers. Cooperatives are based on the Cooperatives fall into four values of self-help, self-responsicategories: consumer, Greenbelt’s producer, Co-ops: bility, democracy, equality, equity worker and purchasing/shared Greenbelt Homes, Inc. and solidarity. In the tradition of services. No matter how they Greenbelt Consumer Cooperative founders, cooperative memare organized, theyGreenbelt operate Federal as their Credit Union bers believe in the ethical values cooperatives under bylaws and Greenbelt Cooperative Nursery School of honesty, openness, social rethe universally recognized coop- News Review Greenbelt and caring for others. New Dealsponsibility Cafe erative principles. Principles Rather than provide income Cooperatives are guided by for investors, cooperatives are loseven principles, guidelines by cal businesses that exist to meet their members’ needs. Many which they put their values into well-known brands are co-op practice. • Voluntary and Open Membrands: Ocean Spray, Blue Dibership amond, ACE Hardware, Best • Democratic Member Control Western Hotels, Carpet One and • Member Economic ParticiSunkist. Their members, indipation vidual Main Street store-owners • Autonomy and Indepenor farmers invest in the business to provide a service that brings dence • Education, Training, and their product to market or proInformation vides promotion of their products. • Cooperation among CoopThey democratically elect a board of directors and share in any pa- eratives • Concern for Community tronage refunds. Early Cooperatives Cooperatives in the United States can trace their informal the growth of factories brought beginnings to the Mayflower people to cities and towns where Compact. Arriving in America it could be a struggle to surin 1620, the Pilgrims realized vive. The economic and social that they must help each other conditions for the workers of in order to survive. Mutual help Rochdale, like most of the workincluded fishing, building and ing class during the Industrial maintaining homes, and helping Revolution, were dire. The piowith the agricultural harvest. neers of Rochdale were looking In 1736 Benjamin Franklin for a way to make their meager and four friends established the earnings go farther after their Union Fire Company, the first request for a raise was denied. successful cooperative in the They pooled their resources and U.S. The company became both opened a consumer cooperative a model for volunteer fire com- store December 21, 1844, selling panies all across America and for flour, sugar, butter, oatmeal and cooperatives as well. In addition candles. to organizing to put out fires, Cooperative Principles Franklin suggested that members The International Co-operative would contribute to an insurance Alliance (ICA) was founded in fund to use when losses were 1895 in London, England. ICA suffered. Thus the Philadelphia is an independent, non-governContributionship for the Preserva- mental association that unites, tion of Houses from Loss by Fire represents and serves cooperawas formed on March 25, 1752. tives worldwide. ICA works to It is still in operation. promote and defend cooperative Rochdale Pioneers identity and ensure that co-ops The first successful modern are a recognized form of entercooperative was organized in prise that is able to compete in reaction to the Industrial Revolu- the marketplace. ICA collects tion. While the factory system, cooperative statistics and has machinery and new inventions in- reviewed and revised the cooperacreased the production of goods; tive principles from time to time. Cooperatives. Co-ops in Greenbelt Greenbelt Consumer Cooperative Greenbelt Federal Credit Union Greenbelt Homes Incorporated Greenbelt News Review Greenbelt Nursery School Rapidan Camps Twelve voices, one performer, one hour – Adelind Horan gave a powerful, nuanced portrayal of people in Appalachia who live with mountaintop removal in an Artful Afternoon performance at the Greenbelt Community Center on October 2. Horan’s documentary play, “Cry of the Mountain,” was backed by the sweet, melancholy notes of banjo picker Bud Branch. Produced by Whole Theatre of Charlottesville, Va., the play was staged at the 2011 Capital Fringe Festival and the cast just returned from performing at the world’s largest theater festival in Edinburgh, Scotland. Horan showed an impressive dramatic range for an actor just a few years out of college. “Cry” developed from her senior thesis at Hampshire College, and is based on interviews she videotaped in West Virginia and Kentucky during a summer of volunteer work. Her characters’ short monologues are verbatim excerpts from the interviews, some of which required hours of taping. The use by coal companies of mountaintop removal (MTR), which blows up mountains and has destroyed nearly two million acres of forested land, is a bitterly divisive issue in central Appalachia. By including diverse perspectives – of miners, environmentalists, coal executives, scientists, activists and mountaineers – Horan sought to broaden awareness of the issue. The set was simple – a small raised platform, wooden stool, shaded pole lamp, small table laid with costume changes and Branch on the banjo. But Horan’s performance was a moveable feast, with seamless onstage changes of ball caps, eyeglasses, shirts, blouses, jackets, ties, hairstyles, verbal tics, facial expressions, body stances, gestures and speech. The play’s power came from the people it’s based on. Like Vernon Haltom, a mountaineeractivist who says mountaintop removal is “like going to a barber to get a trim and he cuts off your head and shoulders.” Or the CEO of Lexington Coal Company, whose character observes that people “support the environment as long as it doesn’t inconvenience them.” Or writer and activist Jeff Biggers, who believes that “you can’t understand American until you understand Appalachia” and the tie between the destruction of the land and the people it supports. Or the young woman who went with a friend to Kayford Mountain to witness the massive blasts, but couldn’t watch. When she did look, she felt physical pain. Or the industry official, a thirdgeneration miner, who said if his son had to choose between picking up a gun to go to war for oil or working at an MTR mine, “I’d rather he mine coal.” He added, “I’m in favor of renewables, but we can’t just turn the switch and make it happen.” The audience – young and old – was drawn into Horan’s spell, but it didn’t hurt when her characters reached out directly. The character of a young activist handed out protest signs, dust masks and a mutilated doll to represent health effects of MTR; a female professor gave the audi- ence a huge platter of sugar and chocolate chip cookies – “But don’t be a little piggy!” she said, wagging her finger. Horan’s most moving portrayals came from miner Ed Wiley and Larry Gibson, whose roots on Kayford Mountain go back to the late 1700s. When Wiley’s granddaughter got sick at school, he found out that many other children went home sick at the same time. His granddaughter was exhausted and had swollen glands and big purple splotches Adelind Horan performs the monologue of miner Ed Wiley, one of the on her face. “I blamed myself. I 12 real-life characters depicted in worked for the mine “Cry of the Mountain,” a highlight behind that school and of Artful Afternoon activities on never thought about Oct. 2. water quality” when the company buried mine of the mine, but he hangs on. waste in the ground. “The tears were rolling down “My mother gave me birth, but her face. She said, ‘Gramps, the land gave me life. You can those coal mines are making us almost hear the land breathing. I often thought that if you could sick.’ Her tears woke me up.” Gibson’s character closed the hear the cry of a mountain as show and the lights dimmed to it’s being destroyed, what sound the lamp onstage. He talked in would it make?” “The worst thing I ever heard slow, sonorous speech about his family’s 235 years on Kayford was a bear dying, the sound of its Mountain. His neighbors and his life leaving. Worse than that is family cemetery are gone because the mountain, exploding.” photo by marat moore by Marat Moore New Information on GMS Takes City Council Aback by Thomas X. White At its October 3 worksession, the Greenbelt City Council learned for the first time that the Prince George’s County Board of Education did not plan to declare the old Greenbelt Middle School (GMS) building as surplus and available for possible acquisition by the city. Instead the board would consider leasing the property at a nominal fee. This was the first open meeting of council on the Greenbelt Middle School topic since its July 25 worksession where council agreed that a letter be sent to county schools Superintendent William Hite, expressing the city’s interest in acquiring a portion of the middle school and requesting more time to consider all the options and to better understand the issues involved (GNR Issue July 28, 2011). In response to that letter council scheduled a meeting with PGCPS officials on August 29 but at the last minute, based on advice of the City Solicitor Robert Manzi, council requested that the school officials not attend. Council then met that evening in executive session, “to discuss possible acquisition of portions of the Greenbelt Middle School.” Monday’s meeting opened with a general discussion and review of the several questions posed in the aforementioned letter to Hite and an August 29 response from Paul Taylor, director of capital programs for the school system. Following a fairly extensive exchange between members of council and Taylor that, for the most part, focused on potential renovations that might be considered once the school was vacant, Mayor Judith Davis invited participation from Greenbelt residents attending the meeting. Molly Lester was the first to speak and she provided information to council totally at odds with the premises that council had been using as a basis for considering acquisition of the school building. Lester told council that her information received from Dr. Hite’s office was that, “ . . . the default disposition of the existing Greenbelt Middle School is that it will remain in the school district’s inventory once it is vacated. The school district would of course actively seek alternate uses of the facility once it is vacated. In that event, we would renovate the building with allocated funds within the district’s budget. In the event that Prince George’s County Public Schools administration recommends and the Board of Education approves of the building being surplused (to the county) then the new owner would be responsible for the renovations.” Taylor confirmed the accuracy of the information provided by Lester. Members of council and of the city’s GMS Task Force were visibly taken aback with the revelation and, in the final analysis, thanked Lester for providing it. Council spent the remaining time coming to agreement that a public meeting would be scheduled for October 13 with an agenda focused on the Greenbelt Middle School Task Force and its recommendations regarding which rooms could be considered as candidates for community uses. Greenbelt and other citizens could comment on or propose other recommended uses for the school facility that could be recommended by the City of Greenbelt.
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